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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Herbal Teas for Insomnia

June 19, 2011 Alternative Medicine

Sleep is one of the vital needs of our body. Sufficient sleep can boost our immune system, relax and clear our mind and reinvigorate our body to perform daily tasks. Lack of sleep can lead to health disorders, mental imbalance, and loss of energy. Insufficient sleep is caused by many factors such as stress, problems, [...]

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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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Ethical Issues Associated With Human Cloning

June 18, 2011 Biology

In the movie “The Sixth Day”, a clone of Adam Gibson (Arnold Schwarzenegger) takes over his family and professional role forcing the original character to prove his authenticity in the year 2015. The movie could not be far from reality especially when experiments to produce human clones are being done clandestinely across the globe. Cloning [...]

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The Advantages and Disadvantages of Genetically Modified Food

June 18, 2011 Biology

There is no love more sincere than the love for food. Food is  a uniting factor among different cultures since everybody likes to taste and enjoy exotic cuisines from around the world. This is also one of the reasons why the issue of genetically modified (GM) food is generating intense debate because we are what [...]

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Health Benefits of Jasmine Tea

June 17, 2011 Alternative Medicine

Jasmine tea has long been a favorite of the Chinese due to its aroma, flavor and numerous health benefits. The tea made from tea leaves and jasmine flowers, exudes a very favorable scent. There are exceptional and numerous benefits in drinking jasmine tea. Drinking jasmine tea, over time, could reduce the risk of developing some [...]

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Pros and Cons of Genetic Engineering in Humans

June 16, 2011 Biology

Tweaking a gene or two can bring the desired changes in human body but the technique brings along several moral and ethical issues. You will have a perfect face if that stub of a nose you got from your father is sharpened a bit. Susceptibility to seasonal allergies is another issue that hassles you day [...]

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