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My ENT found a mass in my neck. What could it be?
There are multiple organs and structures that are located or pass through neck, so it's very important to exactly mention the location and size of the mass. For example, at the READ MORE
There are multiple organs and structures that are located or pass through neck, so it's very important to exactly mention the location and size of the mass. For example, at the front of the neck, you have a thyroid and if there is a swelling in the front of the neck, it could be an enlarged thyroid gland, lymphatic chains pass on both sides of the neck, so sometimes an enlarged lymph node appears as swelling on the sides of the neck. It is important to understand the size and location to determine the possible source and any further interventions can be decided based on that.
The results of my urine sample was vague. Did I give a bad sample?
The term "vague" does not describe actually what the result was reflecting; was there a comment about urine? Urine sample reporting depends a lot on the proper collection of the READ MORE
The term "vague" does not describe actually what the result was reflecting; was there a comment about urine? Urine sample reporting depends a lot on the proper collection of the urine sample, especially when collected for a urine culture in suspected cases of infection. If the sample is not collected in an aseptic/clean manner, it may result in wrong reporting.
What is the platelet count for which a dengue test is recommended?
The lower limit for normal is 150 X10(9)/liter or 150 millions per milliliter of blood. Usually, levels lower than the normal value raise a suspicion, especially when associated READ MORE
The lower limit for normal is 150 X10(9)/liter or 150 millions per milliliter of blood. Usually, levels lower than the normal value raise a suspicion, especially when associated with a febrile illness. The normal practice is to follow the platelet count over a period of days and, if the count keeps falling, then it is suggestive of Dengue.
How does a urine test differ from a saliva test?
Results may differ because urine is basically an excretory product of the body and it may never reflect normal concentrations of body constituents. Saliva and blood are amongst READ MORE
Results may differ because urine is basically an excretory product of the body and it may never reflect normal concentrations of body constituents. Saliva and blood are amongst the body fluids and they may reflect the concentrations of these in a better manner.
How long does it take for bacteria to grow with a UTI?
Bacteria usually take 18-24 hours to produce enough growth (noticeable) on artificial culture media. It may take another 24 hours to actually identify and get antibiotic sensitivities READ MORE
Bacteria usually take 18-24 hours to produce enough growth (noticeable) on artificial culture media. It may take another 24 hours to actually identify and get antibiotic sensitivities to be reported for the patient.
How long should a urine culture take?
Normally, it takes 3 days to report urine cultures. Sometimes, due to slow growing organisms, it might take longer, especially in hospitalized or catheterized patients where the READ MORE
Normally, it takes 3 days to report urine cultures. Sometimes, due to slow growing organisms, it might take longer, especially in hospitalized or catheterized patients where the results are of greater importance. Sometimes, due to the resistance against first line antibiotics, another day may be required to test further antibiotics.
What is a pus culture?
Pus is usually produced after some infection caused by pus producing bacteria. Pus culture done on a swab from the oozing pus or from an aspirate for pus collection can give us READ MORE
Pus is usually produced after some infection caused by pus producing bacteria. Pus culture done on a swab from the oozing pus or from an aspirate for pus collection can give us results about the type of bacteria involved and the antibiotic sensitivities against them.
My urine culture report was sent to another lab for a bacteria resistance report. Why does this happen?
Mostly cultures are reported by the same lab where these are sent, sometimes due to the bacteria being difficult to be identified or resistant to first and second line drugs may READ MORE
Mostly cultures are reported by the same lab where these are sent, sometimes due to the bacteria being difficult to be identified or resistant to first and second line drugs may be sent to a reference lab to be identified or tested against further antibiotics.
Home diabetes testing device and lab report show different results. What is more accurate?
Lab report is always more accurate as these are done on proper venous blood samples and tests are done on quality controlled machines. Most devices test glucose levels from finger READ MORE
Lab report is always more accurate as these are done on proper venous blood samples and tests are done on quality controlled machines. Most devices test glucose levels from finger prick (capillary blood) which may not be the best sample for accurate results. Good devices should not differ by more than 10-15% from lab reports.
What are the tests to confirm dengue?
Most febrile illnesses are usually followed by the Blood counts and the platelet counts are usually a good indicator for suspecting dengue. Specific diagnosis can done by testing READ MORE
Most febrile illnesses are usually followed by the Blood counts and the platelet counts are usually a good indicator for suspecting dengue. Specific diagnosis can done by testing for Dengue IgM antibodies in case of suspected Dengue infection on Clinical and lab findings.
Can the infection causing a pneumonia show in a blood test?
Yes, it's possible to detect bacteria causing pneumonia in a blood culture, especially in small children.
What are the tests to confirm an infection of the stomach?
Acid peptic diseases (severe acidity/Reflux) are often associated with a bacteria called H. pylori. A number of tests are available to detect the presence, you can do a stool READ MORE
Acid peptic diseases (severe acidity/Reflux) are often associated with a bacteria called H. pylori. A number of tests are available to detect the presence, you can do a stool test for H. pylori antigen, a Urea breath test can be done on a fasting breath sample after drinking a liquid (citric acid), or a blood test to see antibodies levels against H. Pylori.
My vaginal discharge is yellowish green with occasional blood. Why?
Any color change or smelly discharge associated with vaginal irritation or symptoms of discomfort or with fever may raise a suspicion of vaginal infection and its advisable to READ MORE
Any color change or smelly discharge associated with vaginal irritation or symptoms of discomfort or with fever may raise a suspicion of vaginal infection and its advisable to see a physician and get a test done if the attending physician suspects an infection on clinical examination.
UTIs (male) with no symptoms?
Improper collection of Urine samples may show bacteria in urine samples on analysis which may only reflect contamination, mostly UTIs are associated with symptoms of irritation READ MORE
Improper collection of Urine samples may show bacteria in urine samples on analysis which may only reflect contamination, mostly UTIs are associated with symptoms of irritation and discomfort. Clinical evaluation is usually advised in such cases.
What samples are required for a DNA test?
It's usually a buccal swab taken from inside the mouth from both subjects, father and daughter.
