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Direct Coomb’s Test

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

The direct Coombs test is used to test for autoimmune hemolytic anemia—that is, a condition where the immune system breaks down red blood cells, leading to anemia. The direct Coombs test is used to detect antibodies […]

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Indirect Coomb’s Test

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

The indirect Coombs test is used in prenatal testing of pregnant women and in testing prior to a blood transfusion. The test detects antibodies against foreign red blood cells.

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Urine cytology

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

Urine cytology is a test to look for abnormal cells in your urine. It’s used with other tests and procedures to diagnose urinary tract cancers, most often bladder cancer. Your doctor might recommend a urine […]

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Urine Chemistry

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

Urine chemistry is a group of one or more tests done to check the chemical content of a urine sample

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Urine Bence Jones

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

The Bence Jones protein (BJP) test measures the level of BJP in your urine. … These proteins are not present in healthy urine samples and are usually a sign of multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a type […]

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Urine amylase

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

This test measures how much of the enzyme amylase is in your urine. … Your amylase levels are usually higher than normal if you have a problem with your pancreas. High levels can also be caused by […]

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Urine Ratio

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

 The Protein-Creatinine Ratio (PCR) is used to measure the results of a lab test of proteinuria related to chronic kidney disease (CKD)

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FBC (Full Blood Count)

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

The full blood count (FBC) is one of the most commonly requested tests and provides important information about the kinds and numbers of cells in the blood: red blood cells, […]

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Globulin

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

Globulin. This is a group of proteins. Some of them are made by your liver. … The total serum protein test measures all the proteins in your blood. It can also check the amount […]

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Bilirubin Total

November 13, 2019| | 1 Min Read

To screen for or monitor liver disorders or hemolytic anemia; to monitor neonatal jaundice

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