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12-12-2024Gout: Symptoms, Causes, Lab Tests, Treatment
Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis characterized by sudden, severe episodes of pain, redness, and swelling in the joints. It is caused by the deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints and surrounding tissues, which trigger an immune response. Epidemiological Data on...
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09-12-2024Echinococcosis
Echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by infection with the larval stage of the Echinococcus tapeworm, most commonly Echinococcus granulosus or Echinococcus multilocularis. The disease is characterized by the formation of hydatid cysts in various organs, primarily the...
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08-12-2024Celiac Disease. Symptoms, Causes, Lab Tests, Treatment
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder triggered by ingesting gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It affects genetically predisposed individuals and can lead to inflammation and damage of the small intestine, specifically the villi, which is responsible...
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04-12-2024Depression: Symptoms, Causes, Lab Tests, Treatment
Depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD), is a common mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in previously enjoyable activities. It significantly impacts a person's emotional, physical, and...
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10-11-2024Alzheimer's Disease: Epidemiological Data, Symptoms and Causes
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that leads to memory loss and cognitive decline and eventually impairs the ability to carry out daily tasks. It is the most common cause of dementia, which is a general term for a decrease in mental ability severe enough...
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03-10-2024October. Month for Osteoporosis and Menopause
On World Osteoporosis Day (October 20), we offer special prices on all general and specialized laboratory tests that help prevent and diagnose Osteoporosis throughout October. - [Osteoporosis, Genetic Testing...
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02-10-2024Irritable Bowel Syndrome and its Relationship to the Microbiome and SIBO
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), also known as spastic colitis, is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting 10-20% of the developed world. In the U.S. alone, nearly 45 million people are estimated to have IBS, with many remaining undiagnosed. It's more common in women and...
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23-09-2024Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein (COMP) and its Important Functions
Cartilage matrix oligomeric protein (COMP) is an important extracellular matrix glycoprotein (ECM) originally isolated from cartilage but has since been found in a variety of tissues, including tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. Its main functions involve mediating the...