Preventive healthcare is steadily gaining significance as more individuals recognize the value of early diagnosis and timely intervention. It focuses on preventing diseases before they occur, thereby reducing healthcare costs and improving overall quality of life. One of the key players in this proactive approach is the medical lab, which...
What Does a Complete Blood Count Reveal About Your Health
Understanding what a complete blood count (CBC) reveals about your health is crucial for maintaining overall well-being. A CBC is one of the most common diagnostic tests performed in medical settings, providing valuable insights into blood health and helping to identify various medical conditions. By assessing different components of blood,...
Why Are Routine Health Screenings Important for Adults
Routine health screenings play a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. These tests serve as early indicators of potential health issues, allowing for timely intervention and management. With an increasingly busy lifestyle, many adults might overlook the importance of these screenings. However, neglecting routine checks can lead to...
How Can You Prepare for a Laboratory Test at Home
Preparing for a laboratory test at home can be an overwhelming experience, particularly if you are unsure of what to expect. Laboratory tests play a crucial role in diagnosing health conditions, monitoring diseases, and guiding treatment decisions. Therefore, it is essential to approach the preparation process with a clear understanding...
What Are the Most Common Blood Tests Used in Medical Laboratories
Blood tests are vital diagnostic tools widely utilized in medical laboratories to assess overall health and diagnose potential medical conditions. These tests can provide essential insights into various bodily functions, enabling healthcare providers to make informed decisions regarding treatment plans. Furthermore, the advancements in technology have allowed laboratories to enhance...
What Are Biochemical Panels and What Do They Measure
Biochemical panels are crucial tools used in modern medicine for assessing a person's health status. Essentially, they are groups of tests performed on blood samples to evaluate various biochemical substances. These tests provide a window into the inner workings of the body, thus enabling healthcare providers to diagnose conditions, monitor...
Importance and Role of Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in Diagnosis of Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Children.
Irfan Ullah1, Dr. Muhammad Naeem2, Dr. Muhammad Bilal3, Dr. Saima Sajjad4, Omer Hassaan Aftab Ahmad5, Shirjeel Zaheer6 1Senior Registrar, Department of Gastroenterology, HITEC-IMS Taxila Cantt .2Medical Officer, Thq Hospital Takht bhai. 3Senior Registrar, Gastroenterology Department, Rai Medical College Teaching Hospital Sargodha .4House Officer, Department of Medicine, DHQ Teaching Hospital Sargodha,...
OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN MIDDLE AGE MALE SMOKERS
Muhammad Hassan1 , Saad Ali Ansari2 , Farzana Salman2 , Raafay Kamal Khan3 , Waleed Shahzad3 , Ehsan-ur-Rehman3 , Omer Hassaan, Aftab Ahmed3 , Dr. Mazhar Badshah4 1,3,3 Post-graduate Resident, Department of Neurology, Pakistan institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad 2,3 House Ofcer, Department of Neurology, Pakistan institute of Medical Sciences,...
Factors Associated with Contagious Gastroenteritis in Adults.
Factors Associated with Contagious Gastroenteritis in Adults OMER HASSAAN AFTAB AHMAD1, AREESHA2, MUHAMMAD ADNAN SADIQ3, AKBAR ABBAS4, SYED MUBASHIR ABBAS RIZV,WAJID AHMED6 1Consultant Gastroenterologist, 2,3,5Medical Officers, 4Chief Executive Officer, 6Orthopedic Surgeon, New Life Hospital, Fateh Jang Correspondence to Dr. Omer Hassaan Aftab Ahmad, E-mail: omeraftab36@hotmail.com, Cell: 0333-6006666 ABSTRACT Aim: To...