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Introduction Ascitic fluid microscopy is a laboratory diagnostic method used to examine peritoneal (ascitic) fluid obtained via paracentesis. It helps in identifying cells, microorganisms, and crystals that provide clues about underlying causes such as infection, malignancy, liver disease, or systemic disorders. Principle The principle of …
Introduction Urine microscopy is a laboratory diagnostic method used to examine the microscopic components of urine sediment. It helps detect cells, crystals, casts, microorganisms, and other formed elements. This test is critical in the diagnosis of urinary tract infections (UTIs), renal diseases, systemic disorders, and …
Introduction Microscopic evaluation of ascitic fluid is an essential step in differentiating between benign lipid material and pathological cellular elements. The distinction between fat globules and cells is critical because both may appear as rounded structures, yet their origin, clinical significance, and interpretation differ significantly. …
Introduction of Biosafety Cabinet (BSC) A biosafety cabinet (BSC) is a specialized enclosed, ventilated laboratory workspace that is designed for safely handling materials contaminated with pathogens or toxins. It protects the operator, the product being worked on, and the environment. BSC uses high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters to …
Introduction of Direct Microscopy Examination of Clinical Samples Direct microscopy examination of clinical samples, or wet mount examination, involves examining clinical specimens under a microscope without prior staining or culturing. This technique provides a rapid assessment of the presence and morphology of microbes, facilitating preliminary diagnosis and …
Top 10 Human Parasites List A list of the Top 10 Human Parasites is summarized as follows- Short Descriptions of Top 10 Human Parasites Plasmodium spp. Entamoeba histolytica Ascaris lumbricoides Giardia lamblia Taenia solium Toxoplasma gondii Trichomonas vaginalis Schistosoma spp. Hookworms (Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator …
Introduction Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite responsible for amoebic dysentery and amoebiasis. It primarily infects the intestinal tract, causing symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and sometimes liver abscesses. The parasite has two forms: the infectious cyst and the trophozoite, which causes tissue damage. E. …
Introduction of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Platforms Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) has transformed the field of genomics and our understanding of the intricacies of the genome. Here’s a brief introduction to the topic: What is Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)? Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), also known as high-throughput sequencing, is …