THC stands for tetrahydrocannabinol. It is a chemical and an active ingredient in marijuana. People who smoke or ingest marijuana will experience THC in urine. There is rapid entry of THC into the bloodstream after smoking marijuana. If marijuana is ingestedinstead of being smoked, then the absorption of THC into the blood occurs after a… Continue reading How long does THC stay in your urine?
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Albumin Creatinine Ratio (ACR)
Albumin is a protein that circulates in the bloodstream and has many functions like maintaining the blood inside the vessels and preventing blood from leaking out of the vessels. Albumin also helps in carrying substances like medicines in the blood. It is essential for tissue growth and healing of tissue. During the process of filtering… Continue reading Albumin Creatinine Ratio (ACR)
Serum Protein Test
Serum protein is the amount of proteins present in blood plasma. In the blood plasma, protein is found in two forms namely albumin and globulin. Proteins in blood plasma have many functions such as transport of lipids, vitamins, hormones, and metals in body. They also help in regulating acellular activity. Moreover, proteins in blood plasma… Continue reading Serum Protein Test
Hematocrit levels in Blood – Normal, Low, High
Hematocrit is a measure that gives the proportion in volume of the blood made of red blood cells. The reading is expressed in form of percentage. Hematocrit test measures the percentage of blood volume, which is made of red blood cells. The measurement is based on the amount or number of red cells in blood… Continue reading Hematocrit levels in Blood – Normal, Low, High