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Introduction The Procalcitonin (PCT) test is a medical diagnostic test used to measure the levels of procalcitonin in the blood. Procalcitonin is a precursor protein to the hormone calcitonin, which is primarily involved in regulating calcium metabolism. However, procalcitonin itself is not a hormone; rather, …
Introduction Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is a Gram-negative bacterium that belongs to the class Gammaproteobacteria. It is an opportunistic pathogen known for its ability to cause infections, particularly in individuals with compromised immune systems or underlying health conditions. The bacterium was initially considered to be of low …
Introduction Bacteroides is a genus of bacteria that belong to the Bacteroidaceae family. These bacteria are anaerobic, which means they thrive in environments with little to no oxygen. Bacteroides species (they) are commonly found in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and animals, where they play …
Introduction Peritoneal fluid culture and sensitivity is a medical diagnostic procedure used to identify and determine the susceptibility of microorganisms present in the peritoneal fluid. Peritoneal fluid is a sterile fluid that fills the peritoneal cavity, which is the space within the abdomen that surrounds …
Introduction Ascitic fluid culture and sensitivity is a medical diagnostic procedure used to identify and analyze bacterial or fungal infections within the peritoneal cavity. The peritoneal cavity is the space within the abdomen that contains various organs such as the liver, intestines, and spleen. Ascitic …
Introduction ‘Clinical Laboratory Gallery’ is a collection of genuine photos regarding stream of Clinical Laboratory like Stool and Urine Section (SUS), Phlebotomy, Clinical Haematology, Clinical Biochemistry, Blood Banking and Transfusion medicine, Microbiology and Immunology, Cytology and Histopathology, and Molecular Biology. Contents Collection of images are …
Introduction Skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) encompass a broad range of infections that affect the skin, underlying connective tissues, and sometimes even the muscles. These infections can be caused by various types of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, and they can occur in individuals …
Introduction Otitis media is a medical term used to describe inflammation and infection of the middle ear. The middle ear is the space behind the eardrum that contains the small bones responsible for transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear. It is a common condition, …