The presence of leukocytes in urine may not be a cause for alarm, especially if in little amounts, but a heavy presence of these cells should signal that one could be having an infection or failure of an essential organ. It is advisable that one is tested to determine the cause of the high leukocytes… Continue reading High Leukocytes in Urine
Category: Medical Tests
What is the Normal Troponin Range?
Troponin is a term used to describe a complex of 3 specific proteins called troponin I (TnI), troponin C (TnC) and troponin T (TnT). The protein complex plays a vital role in allowing contraction of the cardiac and skeletal muscle. This is the reason why high levels of troponin, found via a troponin blood test,… Continue reading What is the Normal Troponin Range?
High platelet count – causes
A high platelet count is a condition referred to as thrombocythemia or thrombocytosis. Also known as thrombocytes, platelets are tiny parts of cells which prevent bleeding from wounds and injuries by sticking to one another and to the wall of the damaged blood vessels. This forms a clot which then prevents further bleeding. There are… Continue reading High platelet count – causes
Hemoccult Test
Hemoccult test checks the presence of blood in stool of a patient. While some blood may be clearly visible in tool, at times, it might not be seen with the naked eye. This test can be helpful in detecting hidden blood in stool. One only needs to send a small sample using a special card… Continue reading Hemoccult Test