Objective Students shall be able to collect blood by capillary puncture Principle Capillary puncture is used to collect blood for various tests when a small amount of blood is required. Requirements Disposable needles or lancet, spirit swab Other as per test e.g. Sahli’s pipette in case of Hb estimation or slides in case of blood […]
Understanding Anticoagulants The anticoagulant prevents the clotting of blood. It is used in medical laboratories where complete blood or plasma is required, depending upon the test to be done, the type of anticoagulant is decided. Most anticoagulants prevent clotting by removing calcium or iron which are necessary for the clotting process. Every anticoagulant is added
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Morphological and Chemical Changes in Stored Blood: Physical Changes:- (Changes occur rapidly at higher ambient temperatures) RBC, WBC, Platelets, and Indices are stable for 8 hours (If stored at 4°C then up to 24 hours) Morphological and Chemical Changes in Stored Blood Later on: PVC and MCV start increasing as RBCs are swollen Osmotic
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BLOOD: Blood is a red vascular connective tissue. It forms 6 to 10% of body weight. Generally , 80 ml/kg of blood is present in human body. It is somewhat sticky and slightly heavier than water. It is slightly alkaline , having pH 7.4 . In adult person , It is 5.0 to 5.5 litors.
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Aim:- Perform bile pigment test in urine by iodine method. This test also known as tincture iodine test pigment or bilirubin in urine. Requirements:- Test Tube, Urine Sample, tincture iodine Procedure:- 1. Take 3 ml urine in a clean test tube. 2. Add 3 ml tincture iodine in urine tube with the help of test
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Proteinuria is a medical condition characterized by the presence of an abnormal amount of protein in the urine. It is an important indicator of kidney dysfunction and can be a sign of various underlying health conditions. The ‘Esbach Albuminometer’ method is a commonly used technique for the estimation of proteinuria. It is a simple and
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Microscopic examination of the urine is a diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to assess the health of the urinary system and detect various conditions. It involves examining the urine sample under a microscope to identify and analyze the presence of different elements, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, bacteria, crystals, and epithelial
Semen Analysis It is a crucial test that helps evaluate a man’s fertility. It provides valuable insights into the quality and quantity of sperm present in the semen. This test is often recommended for couples who are having difficulty conceiving. Low sperm count or poor sperm motility can make it challenging for sperm to reach
“Introduction” Microscopic examination of the semen is an important diagnostic tool used in the field of reproductive medicine. It involves the analysis of various parameters of the semen sample to assess the fertility potential of an individual. This procedure is commonly performed as part of a comprehensive fertility evaluation. “MICROSCOPIC EXAMINATION OF THE SEMEN”
CHEMICAL EXAMINATION OF SEMEN Mainly two Semen chemical examination done, first fructose and second is acid phosphates. Fructose Test:- This test determines androgen deficiency obstruction to semen. The level of seminal fructose decrease in both condition 150 to 600 mg/dl fructose are present in normal semen Requirement:- Test tube, sprit lamp, HCl, resorcinol etc. Procedure:-
