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C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is a protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation, infection, or tissue damage. What does the CRP test measure? The CRP test measures the level of CRP in the blood, indicating the presence and severity of inflammation. Purpose of CRP test : 1. Diagnose infections (bacterial, viral, or fungal) 2. Monitor inflammation (e.g., arthritis, vasculitis) 3. Assess risk of cardiovascular disease 4. Monitor cancer treatment response 5. Detect autoimmune disorders (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis) Types of CRP tests: 1. Standard CRP (sCRP) 2. High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) - more sensitive for cardiovascular risk assessment Interpretation of results : Normal range : 0-10 mg/L (varies by lab) Elevated levels : - Mild elevation (10-50 mg/L): minor inflammation or infection - Moderate elevation (50-100 mg/L): significant inflammation or infection - High elevation (>100 mg/L): severe inflammation, infection, or sepsis Limitations : 1. Non-specific (elevat

Salmonella  is a genus of bacteria that includes various species, many of which can cause food poisoning and other illnesses in humans. Detecting Salmonella in clinical or food samples often involves a combination of biochemical and molecular tests.  Biochemical tests can help identify the presence of Salmonella by examining specific metabolic reactions and characteristics of the bacteria. Here are some commonly used biochemical tests for Salmonella detection: Read Also: -  What Is The Difference Between Good And Bad Cholesterol? -  List Of Some Medical Tests And Abbreviation - Six Keys Reasons Knowing Your Genotypes Matter Gram Staining : While not specific to Salmonella, Gram staining can be an initial step to differentiate between Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Salmonella is Gram-negative. Triple Sugar Iron (TSI) Agar Test : Salmonella typically produces an acid  (yellow) butt and alkaline (red) slant with or without the production of gas. The *H2S* (hydrogen

Cissy Houston, acclaimed soul singer and mother of pop icon Whitney Houston, has died at the age of 91. Houston, a two-time Grammy winner who sang backup for Aretha Franklin and Elvis Presley,  died  in her New Jersey home while under hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease, her daughter-in-law Pat Houston told The Associated Press. The acclaimed gospel singer was surrounded by her family. “Our hearts are filled with pain and sadness. We lost the matriarch of our family,” Pat Houston said in a statement. She said her mother-in-law’s contributions to popular music and culture are “unparalleled.” “Mother Cissy has been a strong and towering figure in our lives. A woman of deep faith and conviction, who cared greatly about family, ministry, and community. Her more than seven-decade career in music and entertainment will remain at the forefront of our hearts.” A church performer from an early age, Houston was part of a family gospel act before breaking through in popular music in the 1960s as

After seven (7) days of the ZROF Diagnostic Center Malete Kwara state  fake Laboratory result surfaced, two (2) other fake Laboratory results surfaced online on the 24th September, these latest laboratory results were from Bliss Scan & Diagnostic Services, Adamawa state, and Coremedic Diagnostic Centre, Anambra state, the laboratory result were dated 23rd September, 2024 and 20th September 2024, respectively. Eagles Eye Update , therefore call the attentions of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientist of Nigeria (AMLSN), Association of Medical Laboratory Technicians and Assistants of Nigeria (AMELTAN) and their professional body, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), to stand firm in fighting against quackery and fake results from Medical Laboratories. The results below:

Cholesterol, a waxy substance that builds in the arteries is not completely harmful, despite its reputation for being bad for you. In fact, some of it can even improve your health when consumed in the right amounts.  There are two types: high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). As a general rule, HDL is considered “good” cholesterol, while LDL is considered “bad.” This is because HDL carries cholesterol to your liver, where it can be removed from your bloodstream before it builds up in your arteries. LDL, on the other hand, takes cholesterol directly to your arteries. This can result in atherosclerosis, a plaque buildup that can even cause heart attack and stroke. Read Also: MonkeyPox Overview   Extremely Rare Blood Type Discovered   Scientific Reason Why Body Count Matters  Triglycerides make up the third component of cholesterol and act as unused calories that are stored as fat in the blood. Eating more calories than you burn can cause triglycerid

In an attempt to join force with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), to combat quackery in Nigeria Health services and Medical Laboratory in particular, Association of Medical Laboratory Scientist of Nigeria (AMLSN), Kwara state chapter had uncovered a false result from a diagnostic center in the state. The said laboratory result from ZROF Diagnostic Center, Malete, Kwara state , dated 5th July , 2024, surfaced online on the 18th September, 2024, and the Kwara state chapter of AMLSN, swings into action by visiting the diagnostic center. Following the visit, the state chairman of AMLSN released a Briefing on the 20th and discussed there findings. The Discoveries and Resolutions were outlined in the Briefing below: BRIEFING ON THE VISIT OF AMLSN KWARA STATE BRANCH TO ZROF DIAGNOSTICS CENTER, MALETE. AMLSN Kwara State Branch led by the State Chairman visited the Center today Friday 20th September, 2024 based on the erroneous laboratory result