Microscopic Examination

Urate Crystals: Introduction, Identification Features, and Clinical Significance

Introduction Urate crystals, also referred to as uric acid crystals, are metabolic by-products of purine metabolism found in urine. They…

11 months ago

Direct Microscopy of Fungal Specimens: Observation, Interpretation,Key Differential Diagnoses,Recommended Follow-Up, and Conclusion

Microscopic Observation Fig. Fungal element found in KOH mount of BAL from an immunocompromised host (Mag. 400X , further 4X…

12 months ago

Fungal Identification-Introduction, Conventional Method and MALDI TOF Method, Application, and Keynotes

Introduction Fungal identification plays a vital role in diagnosing infections. Mycologists use various methods to identify fungal species. Firstly, conventional…

1 year ago

Entamoeba histolytica-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynote

Introduction Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite responsible for amoebic dysentery and amoebiasis. It primarily infects the intestinal tract, causing…

2 years ago

Comparative Analysis of Capsule Expression in Cryptococcus neoformans: India Ink Visualization from Clinical CSF Samples versus SDA Agar Cultures

Introduction of India Ink preparation Cryptococcus neoformans is an encapsulated yeast that causes cryptococcal meningitis, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The…

2 years ago

Manual RBCs count using Neubauer Chamber

Introduction Counting red blood cells (RBCs) using a Neubauer chamber, also known as a hemocytometer, is a manual technique commonly…

2 years ago

Stool Routine Examination: Introduction, Common Test, Test Report, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Stool routine examination, also known as a fecal routine or stool analysis, is a common medical test used to…

3 years ago

Urinalysis: Introduction, List of Some Common Tests, Test Report, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Urinalysis is a diagnostic medical test that involves the examination of urine to evaluate a person's health and detect…

3 years ago