AN OVERVIEW Why Would We Require A Lipase Test? A lipase test is required to know if you are having acute abdominal pain and your doctor suspects that you may have acute pancreatitis which is an inflammation of the pancreas that causes dire abdominal pain. The signs of pancreas inflammation include- Fever Nausea Loss of
AN OVERVIEW About Gastrin Test What Is A Gastrin Test? The Gastrin hormone is responsible for the release of gastric acid in the human body. Whenever we eat or consume food our body needs to digest and imbibe the nutrients from the food especially the likes of amino acids and proteins. A normal human stomach
Monsoon & Health Check-up Why Monsoons call for a health reality check? Ah, the monsoons, the smell of the freshly moist earth, cozy evenings with chai and pakoras, the pitter-patter of raindrops against window sills, this is nothing less than pure magic. But while were soaking in this beauty of the season, have you ever
Thyroid In Women: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Overview: Thyroid symptoms in females In females, when the T4 (thyroxine, which contains four iodine atoms) and T3 (triiodothyronine, which contains three iodine atoms) hormones are not created by the thyroid gland under the supervision of the pituitary gland leads to the rise of this disease. Some of
Acidity – Symptoms, Complications, Factors & Home Remedies Overview What is Acidity? There are times we suffer from heartburn near the lower chest area and a burning sensation in the food pipe after eating excessive amounts of spicy and oily foods. This sensation is called Acidity or acid reflux and is caused by the hydrochloric
AN OVERVIEW About C-Reactive Protein Quantitative Test Why is the C-Reactive Protein Quantitative test done? A quantitative test of the CRP helps in determining the level of inflammation. A non-specific test in nature, a CRP test, does not help in identifying the location of the inflammation or the cause but helps in monitoring the level
AN OVERVIEW About Urine Test Why is the Urine Test (pH) done? A Urine Test (pH) is done to prevent painful experiences like Kidney stones. To prevent them, it is essential to get routine checks and have a Urine Test (pH) done. Usually, doctors would recommend a Urine Test (pH) if they see the need
AN OVERVIEW About Cardiac Risk Markers Test Why is the cardiac risk markers test done? The cardiac marker test is done to check the condition of the heart. When stressed, certain enzymes, proteins, and hormones are released in the blood system. These chemicals are known as biomarkers and these markers enable the doctors to understand
AN OVERVIEW About RDW Test Why is the RDW Test done? A complete blood count (CBC) is a test that evaluates many different components of your blood, including red cells. The RDW blood test is frequently included in a CBC. Anaemia is a disorder in which your red blood cells can’t carry enough oxygen to
AN OVERVIEW About stool test Why is the stool test done? A stool test is done to diagnose any medical conditions in a person through the examination of faeces colour, composition, and appearance. It is vital to keep a check on our overall gut health and also helps us to know whether the digestion process