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 …
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Laboratory Tests for Assessing Bleeding Disorders
Assessing bleeding disorders involves various laboratory tests to evaluate the hemostatic process. These tests can help determine the nature of the bleeding disorder, whether it is related to platelets, coagulation 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 are essential Read More …
Leukaemia
Definition of Leukemia Leukemia 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 Read More …
Packed Cell Volume
Packed Cell Volume (PCV), also known as hematocrit (Hct), is the measure of the proportion of red blood cells (RBCs) in the blood. It is usually expressed as a percentage Read More …