Medicine

Side Effects of Mixing Bactrim With Alcohol

June 25, 2011 Health

Drinking can be the most exciting part of your weekend. You just can’t wait to head to the bar, elbow your way through the crowd waiting to be served. Whether it’s beer, vodka, whisky, gin or rum, a couple of drinks make your life seem content. You express yourself freely to your friends and you [...]

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Urinalysis Interpretation: Information on Urinalysis Values

June 22, 2011 Laboratory Tests

We have still not been able to understand the human body which seems to be as perplexing as the universe we are a part of. However, with time we have developed certain techniques to dwell into the physiology and get exact reasons for some of the diseases that befall us. Lab tests involving sample of [...]

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The 12 Cranial Nerves and Their Functions

June 21, 2011 Biology

Cranial nerves in humans consist of twelve pairs of nerves that emerge from the ventral side of the brain. The first two pairs arise from the cerebrum while the other ten pairs emanate from the brainstem. As in the case of spinal nerves which are named based on their origin from the spinal cord, cranial [...]

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Polydactyly: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

June 21, 2011 Genetics

Polydactyly Polydactyly is a congenital physical aberration in which a person has more than five fingers on his/her hand or if his/her foot has more that five toes each. The term is derived from the Greek words ‘polus’ which means ‘many’ and ‘daktulos’ which means ‘fingers’. The extra digit on either hand or toe may [...]

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Understanding the Serum Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Test

June 20, 2011 Laboratory Tests

Serum angiotensin converting enzyme test is a test that measures the amount of angiotensin converting enzyme in blood levels. Angiotensin converting enzyme is an enzyme that converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II. These two proteins play a vital role in regulating blood pressure. Angiotensin I is usually inactive, but when acted upon by angiotensin converting [...]

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Side Effects of Magnesium Supplements

June 18, 2011 Health

Nowadays, loads of supplements are found in the market. Most of them are over the counter so doctor’s prescription is not required This is not a good scenario since many supplements like magnesium supplements are not safe to take at all times because they can cause side effects to our body if we take them [...]

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The Pros and Cons of Genetic Testing

June 15, 2011 Genetics

Genetic testing is a boon for mankind but there is a need to exercise restraint and prevent its misuse. How come you have the same beaming smile as that of your mother or the same passion for music as that of your father? It’s amazing how we are so much like our blood relatives. The [...]

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The Meaning of Low Platelet Count in Blood Test Result

June 15, 2011 Health

Platelets are components of our blood that primarily aid in blood clotting. Blood clotting stops bleeding in cuts or wounds; without it any wound we incur would lead to massive hemorrhaging and eventually death. Platelets are the most numerous component of our blood, though they only account for only twenty percent of our total blood [...]

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Normal Cholesterol Levels in the Blood

June 14, 2011 Health

Cholesterol is a steroid alcohol found in all the cells of our body. It is usually mistaken as fat because it appears waxy but in truth, it is considered as an alcohol. It is needed by our cells in order for them to function well.  Our body uses cholesterol to make various hormones, vitamin D, [...]

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Blood Tests That Indicate Alcoholism

June 13, 2011 Laboratory Tests

About 150 million worldwide are now suffering from alcoholism which is defined as the psychological and physical need to imbibe alcohol, usually at the expense of work, health and relationships. Throughout history, alcoholism has been one of the most prevalent problems of society. Drunken behavior can cause annoyance, repulsion, and avoidance of the person involved. [...]

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