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Introduction of Blood and Tissue DNA Extraction Advances in DNA technology have been created in the increased application of DNA tests. From paternity determination to criminal investigations and even disease diagnosis the accuracy and data provided mean that millions of people are now shifting to …
Introduction of SOP for pH Meter Calibration and Performing Measurements A standard operating procedure (SOP) for pH Meter Calibration and Performing Measurements is really useful since we have to face numerous tests in Research as well as Diagnostic laboratories. e.g. Buffer preparation, maintaining a buffer …
Introduction of Catalase Test The catalase test is the most common in bacteriology and is commonly used to differentiate those bacteria that produce this enzyme, such as staphylococci, from non-catalase producing bacteria such as streptococci. It is two types depending on the testing methods and they …
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 Transudates and Exudates Transuadtes are serous cavities fluids that accumulate as a result of non-inflammatory mechanisms while exudates are serous cavities and tissue fluids which accumulate due to inflammatory processes. Differences between Transudates and Exudates The Differences between transudates and exudates are as …
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 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 …