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Introduction of Body Fluid Analysis Body fluid or cavity fluid is the fluid that covers our vital organs that not only reduces friction between the membranes but also delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and takes away waste materials, which are then eliminated with …
Introduction of Fecal Occult Blood (FOB) Test The faecal or Stool Occult Blood Test is the common routine test in the clinical laboratory to find out the hidden blood passing in the faeces. Bleeding into the intestine may cause the passage of blood in the stool/faeces. …
Introduction of Bacteria-wise Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) All antimicrobial agents/ antibiotics are not applicable for all bacteria and for this reason, we should follow organism-wise antibiotics policy. As we know, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is increasing day by day but no new antibiotic has not been …
Introduction of Common Instruments and Reagents Used in Hematology Laboratory Hematology is an integral branch of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine that deals with the study of blood, blood-forming organs (bone marrow, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes), blood diseases like anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, leukemia, and infection indicators …
Introduction The VITEK 2 compact system is an automated microbiology bacterial and fungal (mainly yeasts) identification and antimicrobial susceptibility system. Testing Requirements 11. AST-Card-It is also of the following types- 12. VITEK 2 Compact (machine) Testing Procedure Result Interpretation Organisms Identification GN-Reagent Card: In this …
Introduction of Semen Analysis Semen analysis is the branch of laboratory medicine that deals with the examination of semen which reflects the condition of male fertility. It is the most common test suggested by a gynecologist or general physician. Sample collection is a little bit …
Introduction Stool analysis is the branch of laboratory medicine that helps to diagnose various infectious diseases and clinical conditions in which a series of tests is performed using a stool or feces specimen to assist diagnose certain conditions affecting the digestive tract. These conditions can …
Introduction Urine analysis is the broad term of laboratory medicine that deals with a variety of urine tests pertaining to our body. The tests are non-invasive, easy to perform even in a simple laboratory setup. Its application is mandatory to manage a wide range of …