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Introduction A chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) analyzer is a diagnostic instrument used in clinical laboratories to perform immunoassays based on chemiluminescence detection. CLIA is a technique that utilizes the emission of light resulting from a chemical reaction to detect and quantify specific analytes present in a …
Introduction SARS-CoV-2, also known as the novel coronavirus, is the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. The SARS-CoV-2 Total Antibody assay is a laboratory test designed to detect and measure the presence of antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in a person’s blood sample. When a person is …
Introduction The Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase (Anti-TPO) assay is a laboratory test used to detect and measure the presence of antibodies against thyroid peroxidase in the blood. Thyroid peroxidase is an enzyme involved in the production of thyroid hormones in the thyroid gland. The Anti-TPO assay is …
Introduction Tacrolimus, also known by its trade name Prograf, is an immunosuppressive medication commonly used in organ transplantation and the treatment of certain autoimmune disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs called calcineurin inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the activity of calcineurin, a protein …
Introduction A spill kit is a collection of tools, materials, and equipment designed to quickly and effectively respond to spills of hazardous substances. Spill kits are essential in various settings, including laboratories, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, and transportation sectors. They help mitigate the risks associated …
Introduction CA19-9, also known as carbohydrate antigen 19-9, is a tumor marker commonly used in clinical practice. It is a type of glycoprotein, specifically a mucin-like antigen, that is produced by various types of cells, including epithelial cells lining the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, and pancreatic …
Introduction SARS-CoV-2 antigen tests, also known as rapid antigen tests or rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), are diagnostic tests designed to detect specific proteins or antigens from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is responsible for the COVID-19 disease. These tests are used to quickly identify active COVID-19 …
Introduction of X-Match The crossmatch is an important step in ensuring compatibility between the donor’s blood and the recipient’s blood before a blood transfusion takes place. It is performed to detect any potential incompatibilities that could lead to adverse reactions in the recipient. During a …