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Introduction Adenosine Deaminase (ADA) is an enzyme that plays a critical role in purine metabolism, specifically in the conversion of adenosine to inosine. This enzyme is essential for maintaining the balance of nucleotides in cells and is particularly important for the normal functioning of the …
Introduction Actinomyces is a genus of bacteria that includes various species of filamentous, gram-positive, anaerobic or microaerophilic bacteria. These bacteria are known for their ability to form branching, filamentous structures resembling fungi in infected tissues. Actinomyces species are typically found in the normal flora of …
Introduction The Rheumatoid Factor (RF) test is a medical diagnostic test used to detect the presence of an antibody called rheumatoid factor in the blood. This antibody is commonly found in the blood of individuals who have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disorder that primarily …
Introduction The Tacrolimus test, also known as a Tacrolimus blood test or Tacrolimus level test, is a medical diagnostic procedure used to measure the concentration of tacrolimus in a person’s blood. Tacrolimus is a potent immunosuppressive medication commonly prescribed to organ transplant recipients to prevent …
Introduction The Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase (Anti-TPO) assay is a diagnostic test used to measure the levels of anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies in a person’s blood. Thyroid peroxidase (TPO) is an enzyme found in the thyroid gland, which is responsible for the production of thyroid hormones, such as …