What is Triiodothyronine (T3)? Triiodothyronine (T3) is one of the two major hormones produced by the Thyroid gland. T3 has three iodine molecules attached and help to regulate body temperature, metabolism and heart rate, cardiac and digestive functions, muscle control, brain development and function, and bone maintenance. The total T3 test measures both free and bound T3 levels in the...

What is Toxoplasma gondii? Toxoplasma gondii is an intracellular parasitic protozoan that causes Toxoplasmosis. Infection is typically caused by eating contaminated undercooked meat, coming into contact with infected cat feces, or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy. Most people with the disease have no symptoms, but it can cause serious complications in infants born to infected mothers and immunocompromised people. Toxo Gondii...

What is Treponema pallidum Hemagglutination Test? Treponema pallidum Hemagglutination test detects antibodies in the blood against Syphilis, which is a sexually transmitted disease caused by bacteria Treponema pallidum. Syphilis spreads from person to person via a syphilitic lesion (chancre) and, if left untreated, can harm the eyes, heart, nerves, and even brain. It can also spread from an infected mother...

What is Unconjugated estriol (E3)? Unconjugated estriol (E3) is a form of estrogen, which is biologically active. It is exclusively produced during pregnancy, unlike other estrogens. Unconjugated Estriol test is included as part of triple marker and quadruple marker test for antenatal screening for monitoring fetal development and knowing the risk of pregnancy-related complications like premature labor or fetal distress....

What is Urinary Microalbumin ? Healthy kidneys filter only waste from the body and keep the other components like blood proteins (albumin). Damage in the kidney can cause the release of proteins through urine. The first protein to leak out, when the kidney is damaged is Albumin. A urinary Microalbumin test detects small amounts of blood protein (Albumin) in urine,...

What is Valproic acid ? Valproic acid is used as an anticonvulsant drug in treating epileptic seizures, often in combination with other drugs. It is also used as a mood-stabilizer, in cases of children with aggressive behavioral patterns and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is also approved in the treatment of migraines, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. It also gives...

What is Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test ? The Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test is used to diagnose Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a spirochete Treponema pallidum. Syphilis can cause long-term complications by invading the nervous and cardiovascular system, if not treated properly. It may be transmitted from infected mother to child during pregnancy or...

What is Vitamin B-12 ? Vitamin B-12 is required for neuronal brain development and to boost immunity. Monitoring its levels is essential to prevent health complications and memory problems. Technique C.L.I.A Who prescribes General Medicine, Infectious diseases specialist Sample type SERUM Fasting Non Fasting

What is Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH)? Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is an enzyme present extensively in body tissues, such as blood cells, skeletal muscles, kidneys, brain, and lungs. The tissue levels of this enzyme are 500 fold higher than those normally present in the serum. Thus any cells or tissue damage elevates the serum level of LDH to a significant extent. Thus,...

What is Interleukin 6? Interleukin 6 (IL-6) is a protein produced in different cells. It is a part of a large group of molecules called cytokines. Cytokines have multiple roles to play, especially with directing the body’s immune system. It is produced in response to inflammation, infection, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and some cancers. It functions through activation of the...