How Accurate is Tri Dot Testing?

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), the primary agent of AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome) attacks our immune system and is transmitted through infected blood from person to person.

Hepatitis C Virus causes Hepatitis, liver infection and can lead to death if not diagnosed and treated on time.
In individuals infected with HIV or HCV, Testing is performed using screening tests, and samples found reactive in these tests are confirmed for their status by confirmatory tests like Western blot &/or RT PCR.

Accuracy Of Tri Dot Testing

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November 8, 2021

What Does The Test D-Dimer Result Mean/ Indicate

What is D-Dimer ?

D-Dimer is a protein that is produced after blood clotting and subsequent breakdown of blood clots. Whenever there is damage to any body part or bleeding, intrinsic or extrinsic coagulation pathways are activated, resulting in the formation of a blood clot at the site.
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October 20, 2021

What Is D-Dimer

D-Dimer

September 26, 2021

Article On Vector-Borne Disease

Vector-Borne Disease

Vector-borne diseases are among the most critical global public health problems. They are associated with severe human morbidity and mortality, leading to a significant economic burden in affected countries. Vector-borne diseases are caused by viruses, parasites, and bacteria transmitted by vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas that spread pathogens. Continue reading

September 26, 2021

Significance Of Covid Antigen Test

Covid Antigen Test

The epidemic of Covid-19 is attributed to the spreading virus spurred on by asymptomatic characteristics of the disease and late appearances of symptoms due to a long incubation period. Asymptomatic cases may be diagnosed on the onset of the disease and earlier symptoms appearing during the course of the disease also gives a credible opportunity to make an earlier than usual diagnosis.
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September 16, 2021

Mapping vectors and Disease Transmission

vectors and Disease Transmission

Malaria is a parasitic disease caused by the parasite Plasmodium (Protozoan parasite) with high mortality rates. The disease vector is the female Anopheles mosquito. The two notable species most prevalent in India are P.vivax and P.falciparum. The infection with P.falciparum is the most deadly form of Malaria. Continue reading

September 7, 2021

Vector-Borne Diseases and Diagnostic Management.

Vector-Borne Diseases

The epidemiology, surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment of vector-borne diseases are critical in India. National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) is the apex government body. It handles the annual programs and implements strategies. In addition, many global initiatives are also creating public awareness for improving lifestyle, hygiene, and living conditions.
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August 14, 2021

Closing the gap in Surveillance and Treatment in Malaria

Malaria Treatment

In India, P.vivax and P.falciparum cause the bulk of Malarial infections. While P.vivax is more in the plains, P.falcipraum is prominent more in the forest and peripheral regions. As a result, the central India region and North Eastern states have high transmission of Malaria compared to other areas. Rugged geographical terrain, regional conflicts, and inadequate health infrastructure are responsible for the increased incidence. In addition, lack of awareness is posing a challenge among tribes for reducing the transmission of disease. Continue reading

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August 10, 2021

Which Diagnosis Should be preferred in Malaria and Dengue?

Malaria and Dengue

Both Malaria and Dengue are endemic mosquito-borne diseases. They bring in high rates of mortality and morbidity. Their co-infection poses a worldwide public health problem. With the increase in ease of globalized travel, the risk has coupled over the years. Concurrent infections of Malaria and Dengue occur with their own set of complications. Due to relative clinical similarities of the diseases, the co-infections can get misdiagnosed. At times, the error is reporting them as mono infections. As on date, many cases of Malaria-Dengue co-infections reported from various regions in the world. Both Dengue and Malaria are difficult to differentiate, especially in co-infection. The treatment of these co-infections is very different. A delay in instituting appropriate management can be fatal. Continue reading

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July 28, 2021

Addressing Vitamin Deficiencies in COVID-19 Pandemic.

COVID-19 Pandemic

Lifestyle habitats and dietary routines play an essential role in the proper development and health of an individual. Unfortunately, a significant population of the country is still malnourished, with crucial components missing from the platter. Furthermore, India ranks second in the Global Diabetes index. In this kind of deadly manifestation, its’ imperative to address the deficiency of Vitamins.
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July 24, 2021

Vector-borne diseases have a direct impact on public health.

Vector-borne diseases

Tropical regions and vector-borne diseases are synonymous with each other. India is no alien to it. Mosquitoes have brought in diseases for centuries. They have ravaged the population with the ferocity of these diseases. Whether it’s parasite or virus, the Mosquito vector has cropped in every Monsoon. This has created an increase in the pathogenicity of the diseases over the years. 20% of the global Malaria led mortality occurs in India.
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July 8, 2021

Need for Antibody testing in post-vaccination scenario

Antibody testing for COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought humankind to a stop. COVID-19 has opened new spectrums of infection and virus-host interactions. The second wave hit the country when the vaccination program was already in motion. The population consists of individuals with single, double, or no jab at all. The government has started the registration for vaccination of people over 18 years. All across the globe, people are working at a fast pace to develop the best vaccine to counter the resurgence of COVID infections. Countries are grappling with the idea of getting their population vaccinated. The goal is to provide long-term immunity against COVID-19 and its various mutants.
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