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Hematopoiesis Hematopoiesis (from Greek: haima = blood, poiesis = formation) is the complex, lifelong process of blood cell production and development. It encompasses the proliferation, differentiation, maturation, and eventual release Read More …
Introduction The TPHA and FTA-ABS tests are confirmatory tests for syphilis after a non-treponemal test (such as VDRL) shows a positive result. These tests detect antibodies specific to Treponema pallidum Read More …
Introduction The VDRL test was developed as a screening test for syphilis and is particularly used to detect secondary syphilis and the early stages of the disease. Syphilis progresses in Read More …
Introduction C-reactive protein (CRP) is a sensitive biomarker of inflammation, synthesized by the liver in response to cytokines, especially interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and interleukin-1 (IL-1). CRP plays Read More …
Introduction The Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO) test is a vital diagnostic tool for measuring antibodies produced against Streptolysin O (SLO), a cytotoxic enzyme secreted by Streptococcus pyogenes. These antibodies indicate exposure Read More …