What is Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen (HBeAg) Test ? Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen (HBeAg) test is an additional test to determine whether the chronic hepatitis B infection is active or inactive. Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen can be first detected at the initial phase of hepatitis B viral infection, soon after the appearance of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg). The levels...

What is HbA1c? HbA1c, also known as Hemoglobin A1c or A1c, is glycosylated hemoglobin or glycohemoglobin in which the glucose molecule present in the blood non-enzymatically binds to hemoglobin. HbA1c test reflects the average blood glucose concentration over 2-3 months. This gives an indication of long-term blood glucose control which serves as a regular monitoring tool if a person has...

Routine Blood Tests For Women: Kids, family, career, friends, everyday juggle, and multi-tasking. Hush!! The list is endless and tiring. Such routine demands double the amount of energy to keep going. “It is said that a woman is the creator”, so her good health is very important. Optimum health helps to work effectively and focus thoroughly. A combination of diet and moderate...

What is Cytomegalo Virus ? Cytomegalovirus infection usually goes unnoticed in healthy people, but it can be fatal in immunocompromised people such as HIV-infected people, organ transplant recipients, or newborn babies. Seronegative female patients infected during pregnancy can transmit the disease to the developing fetus, resulting in congenital abnormalities. The Cytomegalo Virus - IgG test is important for...

Infertility is a common issue faced by couples of reproductive age. In many of these cases, Antisperm antibodies have been regarded as the cause for infertility. Antisperm antibody test detects antibodies against the sperm antigens. The higher the level of antibody-affected sperms found in the semen, the lower is the chance of the sperm fertilizing an egg. 

What is Antistreptolysin O (ASO) test ? Antistreptolysin O (ASO) test determines antibodies in the blood against streptolysin O, an enzyme produced by group A streptococcus bacteria. This is also helpful in checking whether the certain condition or disease is due to a recent streptococcal infection.  Technique IMMUNOTURBIDIMETRY Who...

What is Anti Cardiolipin Antibody (ACA) - IgM test ? Anti-cardiolipin antibodies are acquired auto-antibodies produced against cardiolipins and are found in the immunoglobulin classes- IgG, IgM, and/or IgA. Cardiolipin Antibody (ACL) - IgM test checks for the presence of cardiolipin antibodies in the blood. Elevated levels are associated with recurrent miscarriage, autoimmune diseases, and abnormal blood clot...

What is Apolipoprotein B? Apolipoprotein B (APO-B) is the primary protein associated with LDL cholesterol and hence, its increased level indicates an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. Estimation of APO B is generally included under extended lipid profile to assess the cardiac risk. APO B is also monitored in patients undergoing anti-lipid therapy. Technique IMMUNOTURBIDIMETRY

What is Cardiolipins ? Cardiolipins play important role in the blood clotting process. IgG antibodies will be found in progressive stages of manifested autoimmune disorders. Quantitative measurements of anti-cardiolipin IgG are an important parameter with high specificity in therapy for monitoring SLE. Technique E.L.I.S.A Who prescribes

What is Cytomegalovirus ? Cytomegalovirus infection usually goes unnoticed in healthy people, but it can be fatal in immunocompromised people such as HIV-infected people, organ transplant recipients, or newborn babies. Seronegative female patients infected during pregnancy can transmit the disease to the developing fetus, resulting in congenital abnormalities. The Cytomegalo Virus - IgM test is important for assessing...