Author: Saroj Kumari
Catheterization Laboratory Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) or also called cardiac catheterization and angiography is an invasive diagnostic cardiology medical procedure or action. This procedure is performed using X-rays to help display images of blood vessels in various organs of the body. For example, a cath lab examination of the heart to detect disease, narrowing, blockage, or dilation of blood vessels. The tools used in this examination can provide detailed image results. Thus, this procedure can help doctors provide an accurate diagnosis in carrying out surgery or Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA). The catheterization Laboratory is equipped with many sophisticated and modern equipment. These…
Cauter Cauterization is a medical procedure that uses heat to burn a body part to stop bleeding or remove tissue. This technique can stop bleeding using a heat or electrical source, which is useful for closing the wound and blood vessels in and around it and removing dangerous tissue. Alternatively, chemicals may also be used in this procedure, especially to remove certain abnormal tissues, such as warts. Cauterization can be a routine procedure but is not a first-line treatment. This is because it is only performed in certain situations. Benefits of Cauter There are several benefits of this medical procedure,…
Direct Bilirubin Check A Bilirubin check is done to determine the level of direct bilirubin in the blood. Previously, it should be noted that bilirubin is an orange-yellow pigment that is a residue from the breakdown of red blood cells. In the human body, bilirubin is filtered by the liver and exits the body through feces or urine. Bilirubin tests are performed to determine bilirubin levels, including direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin, and total bilirubin. Before reaching the liver, bilirubin is still not combined with each other, aka not conjugated. After going through the process and reaching the liver, bilirubin will…
What is a Uric Acid Test? Uric acid check is a test conducted to determine the level of uric acid in the blood or urine. Previously, it should be noted that uric acid is a natural compound produced by the body and is formed from the breakdown of purine substances from food or drink. The compound does not actually cause problems as long as the levels are still within normal limits. On the other hand, when uric acid levels are too high, some symptoms may appear that can be disturbing. Why Do Uric Acid Check? A uric acid check is done to…
Apolipoprotein B (Apo B) Test Apolipoprotein B (Apo B) check is a type of examination that is done to help determine the risk of cardiovascular disease. This test is generally done together with other lipid tests, aka lipid profile tests. This test is a lipoprotein analysis that is done to measure blood levels of cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. Generally, apolipoprotein B (Apo B) checks are not included in routine examinations. However, Apo-B is recommended for people who have risk factors, such as a family history of heart disease, a history of high cholesterol, and triglycerides. This test…