Introduction Decalcification is a critical preparatory step in histology, particularly for hard tissues such as bone and teeth, which contain large amounts of calcium that make them challenging to section. Read More …
Decalcification
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Carbohydrate Metabolism
Digestion of Carbohydrates The principal sites of carbohydrate digestion are the mouth and small intestine. The dietary carbohydrate consists of: Polysaccharides: Starch, glycogen, and cellulose Disaccharides: Sucrose, maltose, and lactose Read More …
Carbohydrates
Definition Carbohydrates are biomolecules consisting of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O), typically following the empirical formula (CH2O)n, where “n” represents the number of carbon atoms. Carbohydrates can be Read More …
Anticoagulants
Introduction Anticoagulants play a crucial role in ensuring that blood samples remain in a fluid state for testing, storage, and transfusion. Different anticoagulants are used depending on the test or Read More …
Leukaemia
Leukaemia Leukaemia is a type of cancer originating in the hematopoietic tissues, particularly the bone marrow, leading to the overproduction of abnormal white blood cells (leukocytes). These leukemic cells can Read More …