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Introduction of CT KUB A CT KUB stands for computerized tomography of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. The use of the CT KUB scan is to obtain images from various angles of the urinary system and its surrounding structures, that enclose the area from the …
Introduction of CT IVU The full form of CT IVU is computed tomography-intravenous urography and it is also called CT urography. It is a technique that uses CT Scanners to take images of the genitourinary tract (organs like kidneys, ureters, and bladder). This examination or …
Introduction of Vitamin-D Vitamin D is not a vitamin but a hormone or prohormone that is essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth. It also helps in regulating inflammation, immune function, intestinal calcium absorption, and maintaining adequate blood levels of calcium and phosphorus, which are …
Introduction Cholera is an infectious disease that is caused by the Gram-negative bacterium, Vibrio cholerae. It is responsible for severe watery diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration and even death if untreated. Cholera occurs due to eating food or drinking water contaminated V. cholerae. 13 …
Introduction of Health Benefits of Eating Fish Fish is a part of a healthy diet since it has a low-fat high-quality protein with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins (like vitamin D, and riboflavin i.e. B2). It is also rich in calcium and phosphorus and has …
Introduction of Thyroid Scan A thyroid scan or thyroid scintigraphy is a diagnostic nuclear medicine assay that provides information regarding the structure and function of the thyroid gland and this technique makes it able to see the size, shape, function, and position of the gland. …
Introduction of HLA-B27 Test HLA-B27 stands for Human leukocyte antigen B27. It is a protein found on the surface of our white blood cells (WBCs) and it is a blood test that identifies HLA-B27 proteins. Although most human leukocyte antigens (HLAs) protect your body from …
Introduction of Glucose Tolerance Test The glucose tolerance test (GTT), also known as the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) is useful to measure the body’s response to sugar (glucose)and it can be used to screen for type 2 diabetes. More commonly, a modified version of …