Platelet Function Tests
Introduction Platelets, also known as thrombocytes, are small, anucleate cell fragments derived from megakaryocytes in the bone marrow. They play […]
Fibrinolysis
Introduction Fibrinogen is a soluble plasma glycoprotein produced primarily by the liver. It is an essential component of the coagulation
Muscular System
Introduction The muscular system comprises specialized tissues capable of contracting and generating force. It enables movement, maintains posture, stabilizes joints,
Bones
Introduction Bones are specialized connective tissues that form the internal framework of the body. They are vital for multiple roles,
Automation in clinical biochemistry
Introduction Automation in clinical biochemistry refers to using advanced technologies, robotic systems, and computerized equipment to perform routine and specialized
Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory Organization
A clinical biochemistry laboratory plays a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring diseases by analyzing body fluids like blood, urine,
Management and maintenance in a clinical biochemistry laboratory
Efficient record management and maintenance in a clinical biochemistry laboratory are essential for ensuring the accuracy of diagnostics, compliance with
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology
Introduction Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) is a diagnostic procedure widely used in medical practice to assess lesions and masses.
Cytology - III Yr
Hormonal Assessment with Cytological Techniques and Sex Chromatin Analysis
Introduction Hormonal assessment is critical to understanding physiological and pathological conditions in the human body. Cytological techniques are pivotal in
TPHA and FTA-ABS
Introduction The TPHA and FTA-ABS tests are confirmatory tests for syphilis after a non-treponemal test (such as VDRL) shows a
Microbiology III Yr, Medical Microbiology, Pathology – II - 2nd Yr
VDRL Test
Introduction The VDRL test was developed as a screening test for syphilis and is particularly used to detect secondary syphilis
Microbiology III Yr
Cold Agglutination Test
Introduction The Cold Agglutination Test detects cold agglutinins (antibodies) in a patient’s blood, which cause RBCs to agglutinate at temperatures
Microbiology III Yr
Rose-Waaler Brucella Agglutination Test
Introduction The Rose-Waaler Brucella Agglutination Test is a serological test detecting Brucella-specific antibodies in human serum. Brucella species are intracellular
C-reactive protein
Introduction C-reactive protein (CRP) is a sensitive biomarker of inflammation, synthesized by the liver in response to cytokines, especially interleukin-6
Biochemistry III Yr
Gastric analysis
Introduction Gastric analysis involves the collection of gastric contents from the stomach, followed by its analysis to measure parameters such
Biochemistry III Yr
Xylose Absorption Test
Introduction The Xylose Absorption Test involves the oral administration of D-xylose, a simple sugar absorbed directly from the small intestine
Biochemistry III Yr
Insulin Tolerance Test
Introduction The Insulin Tolerance Test (ITT) involves administering a controlled dose of insulin and measuring the body’s response, particularly the
Biochemistry III Yr
Glucose Tolerance Test
Introduction The Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) is commonly used to detect impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), gestational diabetes, and diabetes mellitus.
Biochemistry III Yr
Determination of Barbiturates
Introduction Barbiturates are synthetic drugs that act as central nervous system depressants, producing effects ranging from mild sedation to deep
Diphyllobothrium latum
Diphyllobothrium latum, commonly known as the broad fish tapeworm, is one of the largest tapeworm species infecting humans. It primarily
Hymenolepis nana
Hymenolepis nana, commonly known as the dwarf tapeworm, is a parasitic tapeworm that primarily infects humans and is one of
Echinococcus
Echinococcus is a genus of parasitic tapeworms belonging to the family Taeniidae, and it causes a disease known as echinococcosis
Taenia solium
Taenia is a genus of parasitic flatworms, or tapeworms, responsible for taeniasis in humans. The genus includes two main species:
Trichinella spiralis
Habitat Definitive Habitat: The adult worms of Trichinella spiralis reside in the mucosa of the small intestine of their hosts,
Dracunculus
Dracunculus is a genus of parasitic nematodes that cause dracunculiasis (also known as Guinea worm disease). The disease is transmitted
Filariae
Filariae are a group of parasitic nematodes (roundworms) responsible for various human diseases known as filarial infections. The diseases caused
Trypanosomes
Trypanosomes are flagellated protozoan parasites of the genus Trypanosoma, responsible for various diseases in humans and animals. The most notable
Leishmania
Leishmania is a genus of parasitic protozoa responsible for a group of diseases collectively known as leishmaniasis. These diseases are
Laboratory Animals in Viral Culture
Introduction Using laboratory animals in viral culture has been critical in virology research, particularly for studying viral pathogenesis, vaccine development,
Virology - II Yr
Animal cell culture and their use in virology
Introduction Animal cell culture is the process of growing animal cells in vitro under controlled laboratory conditions. In virology, cell