What is Leukemia? Often referred to as blood cancer, leukaemia is the excessive proliferation of abnormal white blood cells in the bone marrow. The abnormal cells spill over to the bloodstream and onto other organs. In this post, we will explore the critical role laboratory investigations play in the diagnosis of leukemias Leukaemia can occur […]
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New Dawn of Direct to Consumer Laboratory Testing Preparing for and thriving in the era of Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) laboratory testing requires healthcare and laboratory leaders to embrace change, stay ahead of evolving trends, and prioritize patient-centric care. I covered the emerging trend in walk-in laboratory testing here. As a recap, DTC means patients or clients
Introduction: Immunohistochemistry for Cancer Diagnosis We have covered the introduction to IHC here In this post, we will cover in brief typical IHC profiles for common tumor types in Kenya. A. Breast Cancer: Cytokeratin 8/18 (CK8/18): Positive in most breast carcinomas, helps identify epithelial origin. Estrogen Receptor (ER) and Progesterone Receptor (PR): Positive in hormone
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Introduction: Why Post-mortem are necessary There are 2 broad categories of autopsies, forensic and clinical. Forensic autopsies are legally mandated i.e. are required by law. Clinical autopsies on the other hand, are conducted to answer questions of clinical nature. In Kenya, forensic autopsies do not require consent of family members ( although their involvement and
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Introduction: Understanding Super Gonorrhea Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to be a pressing global health concern, and Kenya is no exception. Among the various STIs, gonorrhea has been particularly prevalent in the country, affecting a significant portion of the population. However, what makes the situation even more alarming is the emergence of drug-resistant gonorrhea, commonly
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Sexually Transmitted Infections: Laboratory Investigations and Diagnosis Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) (Also referred as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are a group of infections that are primarily spread through sexual contact. They can affect both men and women and may lead to serious health consequences if left untreated. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are crucial in
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