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Every year on April 7th, the world observes World Health Day, established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise global awareness of public health issues and promote health equity. The theme for 2024 is “My Health, My Right”, emphasizing that everyone deserves access to quali...Read more »
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Introduction With climate change and increased global travel, dengue fever has become one of the world’s fastest-spreading mosquito-borne diseases. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 390 million people are infected annually, with 500,000 severe cases leading to tens o...Read more »
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Introduction Pregnancy testing has evolved dramatically since its inception, transitioning from rudimentary methods to highly sensitive, rapid, and accessible diagnostic tools. Today, the global pregnancy testing market is valued at over $1.3 billion and is projected to grow at a compound annual ...Read more »
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Malaria, a life-threatening disease caused by “Plasmodium” parasites, remains one of the most significant global health challenges. Transmitted through the bites of infected female “Anopheles” mosquitoes, malaria affects millions of people annually, particularly in tropica...Read more »
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Fecal Occult Blood (FOB) testing is a critical diagnostic tool used to detect hidden (occult) blood in stool samples, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding. This non-invasive test plays a vital role in the early detection of colorectal cancer, polyps, and other gastrointestinal disorders, ...Read more »
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Hepatitis B Virus: A Global Health Challenge Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is one of the leading causes of liver disease and a major challenge to global public health. According to the WHO, about 257 million people worldwide are chronically infected with HBV, and approximately 887,000 peop...Read more »
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Sepsis, often referred to as the “silent killer,” may seem unfamiliar to many, yet it is far more prevalent than commonly perceived. As the leading cause of infection-related mortality worldwide, sepsis is a life-threatening condition with persistently high incidence and fatality rate...Read more »
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What is a Blood Lipid Test? A blood lipid test, also known as a lipid panel or lipid profile, is a blood test that measures the levels of specific types of fats (lipids) in your blood. The primary lipids measured in this test include: 1. Total Cholesterol (TG): This is the overall amount of chole...Read more »
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From Feb.03 to Feb.06,2025, Medlab Middle East was held in Dubai, As the world’s leading medical laboratory exhibition, MEDLAB brings together top companies and professionals from all over the world to showcase the latest technologies and products. This exhibition is not only a platform for comm...Read more »
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Lunar New Year 2025: What does Year of the Snake mean? Lunar New Year is a time to celebrate. Learn more about common beliefs and customs and what it means to be born in a Year of the Snake and the Chinese zodiac fortune predictions for 2025.What is Lunar New Year? Lunar New Year, also known as C...Read more »
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HCG appears in the blood and urine of pregnant women as early as 10 days after conception. Quantitative HCG measurement helps determine the exact age of the fetus. It can also assist in the diagnosis of abnormal pregnancies, such as ectopic pregnancies, molar pregnancies, and possible miscarriage...Read more »
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What is an anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) test? An anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) test measures the amount of AMH in a blood sample. In males, AMH is made by the testicles (or testes), which are glands that make sperm and male hormones. In females, the ovaries make AMH. The ovaries are glands where e...Read more »