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Allergy Profile
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Serum IgE level are frequently
increased in patients suffering from allergic diseases.
To identify the source of allergy, IgE specific
to common food and environmental allergens can be
measured in the patient's serum. |
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Anti-CCP
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Short for antibodies directed against cyclic
citrullinated peptides, the presence of anti-CCP
helps clinician in making a diagnosis of rheumatoid
arthritis (RA). Studies have shown that the test
may be of prognostic value in predicting radiographic
joint damage.
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Antithrombin III
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The test allows rapid diagnosis
of inherited and acquired antithrombin III deficiency,
which represents an increased risk of thrombosis.
Antithrombin III deficiency can occur as a complication
of liver, kidney and heart diseases, and is common
in cancer patients. |
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Bacterial Antigen (CSF)
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This is rapid latex test for detection of bacterial
antigens in the body fluids such as CSF, serum or
urine in patients suspected of having bacterial
infections. Common pathogens such as Streptococcus
group B, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Streptococcus
pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitis A, B, C, Y or W135
and Escherichia coli K1 are included. |
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BNP
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BNP, or B-type natriuretic
peptide, is a hormone that is made in the ventricles
of the heart. More of it is released into the blood
when there is a change in the wall of the left ventricle.
BNP values are used as an aid in
the diagnosis and assessment of the severity of
heart failure. |
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Celiac Disease
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Celiac disease (CD) is a genetic disorder that
damages the small intestine and interferes with
absorption of nutrients from food. Antibodies
to the body's own tissue transglutaminase are
increased in patients with CD, as well as antibodies
against endomysium and reticulin. The test can
help to investigate the cause of gastrointestinal
symptoms such as bloating , diarrhoea, and abdominal
discomfort.
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Cystatin C
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Serum concentration of cystatin
C is dependent on the glomerular filtration rate.
Measurement of Cystatin C provides useful information
on the patient's kidney function. It offers clear
advantages over serum creatinine because it is not
affected by factors such as muscle mass and nutrition.
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Cryptococcal antigen (CSF)
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The test looks for Cryptococcal antigens in the
CSF of patients suspected of having meningitis.
The test is superior to the old Indian Ink method.
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Drug Screening (Ketamine)
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Cases of Ketamine abuse are
on the rise. This is a simple but accurate screening
test on urine specimens. |
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Drug Screening Profile
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This is a rapid immunoassay performed in urine
samples and can provide specific qualitative result
for the major metabolites of nine different classes
of drugs, including Barbiturate, Morphine, Cocaine,
Methathone, Opiates, Tricyclic Antidepressants,
Tetrahydroannabinol, Benzodiazepines and Methamphetamines.
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Homocysteine
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The test may be indicated in the following clinical
situations:
- Unexplained anemia
- Peripheral neuropathy or myelopathy
- Recurrent spontaneous abortions or infertility
- Delayed development or failure to thrive in
infants
Homocysteine is also useful for diagnosing individuals
with potential increased risk factors for coronary
artery disease and thromboses.
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Legionella Urinary antigen
test
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This Legionella urinary antigen test is a rapid
test for early diagnosis of Legionnaires disease.
The test can be positive as early as three days
after the onset of symptoms. |
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Lupus anticoagulant (LA)
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Lupus anticoagulants (LA) are
autoantibodies that can appear in various clinical
conditions, especially autoimmune disease. Their
presence is now considered to be a significant risk
factor the development of unexplained thrombosis.
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Microalbumin/Creatinine
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Subjects with both insulin-dependent diabetes
mellitus (IDDM) and non-insulin dependent mellitus
(NIDDM) are at increased risk of kidney damage.
The presence of microalbumin in the urine (Microalbuminuria)
is the earliest stage of diabetic nephropathy.
This test measures low concentrations of microalbumin
and compares it with creatinine level in the urine.
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Parasite Panel
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This test is performed on fresh
or freshly frozen stool and is used as an aid in
the diagnosis of intestinal parasitic disease caused
by Giardia Lamblia, Entamoeba histolytica/dispar.,
and Cryptosporidium parvum. |
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Procalcitonin (PCT)
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Procalcitonin (PCT ) increases about 3 hours
after bacterial infection and reaches maximum values
after 6-12 hours. It is a highly specific marker
for the diagnosis of bacterial
infections and sepsis . |
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Protein C
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Protein C is a vitamin-K dependent
inhibitor of coagulation proteins. Patients with
congenital protein C deficiency have severe thrombotic
complications in the neonatal period. Acquired deficiency
can occur with vitamin K deficiency, as well as
in patients with liver diseases and in cancer patients.
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Protein S
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Protein S serves as a cofactor to enhance the
anticoagulant effects of activated protein C. Familial
protein S deficiency is associated with recurrent
thrombosis. Acquired Protein S deficiency is found
in a number of hypercoagulable states. |
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Strep A
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This is a rapid test for the
detection of Group A streptococcal antigen in throat
swab specimen from patients with pharyngitis. Results
can be available in about 15 minutes. |
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Streptococcus pneumoniae
antigen
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This is a rapid method for the diagnosis of pneumoncoccal
pneumonia by using urine sample and pneumoococcal
meningitis by using CSF.
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Thyroglobulin
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Thyroglobulin is helpful in the differential
diagnosis of hyperthyroidism and in monitoring
the course of differentiated or metastatic thyroid
cancer.
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Troponin I
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Troponin I is released into the blood stream
within hours following a heart attack. Elevated
levels are detectable in serum within 4 V 6 hours,
reaching peak concentration in approximately 8 to
28 hours, and remain elevated for 3 to 10 days.
It is one of the most specific biochemical markers
for myocardial tissue injury. |
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Troponin T
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Unlike Troponin I, Troponin
T can remain elevated for up to 14 days. Troponin
T is an independent prognostic marker which can
predict the near-, mid- and even long term outcome
of patients with heart attacks. |
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Viral Panel
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Most viral infections present with a febrile
illness. The laboratory offers quantitative evaluation
of viral titres. Determination of antibodies of
class IgG indicate a former or acute infection and
determination of antibodies of class IgM indicate
an acute infection. Antibodies against common viruses
are grouped into profiles. |
