SCC tumor marker analysis: significance in the diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma
What is SCC tumor marker? SCC (Squamous Cell Carcinoma Antigen) is a protein that is normally produced by epithelial cells, but in the case of malignant...
Analysis interpretation and preparation
Helicobacter pylori test: when to take it and which method to choose
What is Helicobacter pylori and why is it dangerous Helicobacter pylori is a spiral-shaped bacterium that colonizes the gastric mucosa. In 70%...
Taking medication before tests: when pills can change the result
Preparation for laboratory tests is usually limited to the recommendation of "fasting". However, one of the most underestimated factors is the intake of medications. Even...
Liver test: when to get tested and how to do it correctly
The liver is the "silent" laboratory of the human body. It performs over 500 functions: it neutralizes toxins, regulates glucose levels, synthesizes proteins, bile,...
Allergy tests in adults: what you need to know and how to choose the right method
Allergies can appear unexpectedly - in adulthood, even without previous episodes in childhood. Often the symptoms - from a runny nose to...
Blood test for STI antibodies: accurate diagnosis of hidden infections
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can often be asymptomatic, especially in the early stages. That is why laboratory diagnostics, in particular the analysis of...
Pap test: a key test for early detection of cervical cancer
What is a Pap test? A Pap test, or Papanicolaou smear, is a cytological examination of cervical cells that allows you to detect precancerous changes or early...
Intestinal candidiasis test: when to pay attention
Chronic fatigue, bloating after every meal, frequent allergic reactions, even without an obvious allergen - all of these can be...
Express tests: how the habit of checking your health has changed
Not so long ago, diagnostics were associated with sterile offices, queues and long waits for results. Today, more and more often, the examination begins with a quick...