Joseph Mwaura,MD

Author: Joseph Mwaura,MD

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Joseph Mwaura,MD

Medical doctor with over 15 years expreience across clinical, public health and health enterprenuership. Chief Medical Officer and Editor at labtestzote.com Currently focused on the use of AI and emerging health tech to tackle urgent health issues in our region.
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Women Health

HPV Testing in Kenya: A Critical Tool For Early Cervical Cancer Screening

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening. Building upon our previous discussion on cervical cancer screening, let’s delve deeper into Human Papillomavirus... Read more.

Women Health

Cervical Cancer Screening In Kenya: Everything You Need to Know

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

Cervical cancer and its impact on women’s Health.Table of ContentsCervical cancer and its impact on women’s Health.Key Message on Cervical Screening:The... Read more.

Women Health

Pap Smear Test in Kenya: Powerful Protection from Cervical Cancer

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

Cervical cancer, although preventable, remains a significant public health concern in Kenya. Early detection is crucial for successful treatment and improved survival... Read more.

Blood Disorders, Hematology

Role of Laboratory Tests in Sickle Cell Disease in Kenya

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a serious genetic condition that affects red blood cells. These cells take on a sickle shape, causing them to get stuck in small blood... Read more.

Hematology

How to Know Your ABO Blood Group and Why it Can Save Your Life

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

What are Blood Groups? A blood group is a way to categorize the type of blood a person has. Our blood differs from person to person, based on the presence (or absence)... Read more.

General

Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Key to Cancer Diagnosis

by Joseph Mwaura,MD 0

Defining Immunohistochemistry Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is a valuable laboratory diagnostic technique that employs antibodies to detect antigens in a tissue sample.... Read more.