Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is a commonly performed laboratory test on a blood or urine sample utilizing the antibody specificity as well as the sensitivity of enzyme assays. It is a technique that helps in the detection and quantification of biomolecules such as antibodies, peptides, proteins, and hormones. There are three ways to perform ELISA:…
According to India TB Report 2022, there is an increase in tuberculosis patients by 19 % compared to the last year. In the year, 2021 there were 4.93 lakhs of deaths due to tuberculosis. Along with lack of proper healthcare facilities, factors like HIV, diabetes, alcohol, malnutrition, tobacco and smoking are the comorbidities that affect…
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped, endocrine gland located at the base of the neck, just above the collarbone. It is responsible for releasing hormones that regulate the rate of many activities of the body such as how fast the heart beats or how quickly calories are burnt. Speaking about radiation exposure, the thyroid is the…
While doing any job it is obvious that at some point everyone would feel pressurized. Every job has its own set of stressful elements, even if you are satisfied and happy with your daily work. Stress could arise from situations like excessive workloads, less time to meet a deadline, lack of social support, few opportunities…
Skin cancer, referring to the unusual growth of skin cells, is a serious skin concern that majorly is of three types: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Many risk factors can make a person more likely to develop skin cancer. These risk factors do not directly cause skin cancer but can be a…
There are many cases when a newborn is born with a condition called hypothyroidism, and parents become surprised that their baby is having thyroid problems. The signs of hypothyroidism are usually subtle or hidden in an infant, and not all symptoms are found in every hypothyroid baby. The parents who have conducted newborn screening tests…
With the advancements in medical technology, diagnostics have become easier, faster, and more accurate for doctors, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. The continuous evolution in the innovation and development of medical equipment have enabled better treatment and cure for various problems in the body. One such medical equipment that evolved with time is an X-ray.…
Introduction: An ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images or videos of the internal organs or the soft tissues of the body. Ultrasound is generally used on pregnant women as it does not involve the usage of harmful radiation. It is also used in identifying injuries or damages…
Oligonucleotides are single-stranded nucleic acid polymers that are used in research, disease diagnosis, and, more recently, therapeutics. An oligonucleotide is composed of a short chain of genetic information that is built from single nucleotide units and these building blocks encompass a five-carbon sugar unit, a nitrogenous base such as adenine (A), cytosine (C), guanidine (G),…
Scatter radiation is the leading cause of exposure for medical staff during fluoroscopic procedures. Chronic exposure to low-dose radiation confers a trivial risk of stochastic effects, including malignant disease, skin burns, hair loss, reproductive organ damage, skin damage, or eye problems. Recently the International Commission on Radiological Protection documented that the equivalent dose limit for…
