BRCA1 and BRCA2: What you need to know about genes linked to cancer risk
What are BRCA1 and BRCA2 BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes that are responsible for repairing damaged DNA in cells. They perform...
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TORCH infections: what it is, when to get tested and why it's important
What are TORCH infections? TORCH is an abbreviation that unites a group of infections that are especially dangerous during pregnancy. They have the ability to be transmitted to the fetus...
Probiotic supplements: why you need them and how to choose the right ones
What are probiotics? Probiotics are live microorganisms (mostly bacteria and yeast) that, when consumed in sufficient amounts, provide benefits to...
Daily urine: how to avoid errors when collecting analysis
Collecting daily urine seems like a simple process, but it is precisely because of non-compliance with the rules that patients often receive incorrect results. Incorrect timekeeping, missed...
Next-generation sequencing (NGS): answers to key questions
What is next-generation sequencing? Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a modern laboratory method that allows you to read millions of...
Allergy to animal fur: how to recognize and live comfortably
1. What causes allergies to animals is not fur, but proteins Despite a common myth, fur is not to blame. The main allergens are...
Biotin test: why is it needed and when should it be taken?
What is biotin and what role does it play in the body? Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is a water-soluble...
Gastrointestinal tumor markers: how to detect cancer risks before symptoms appear
What are tumor markers and what role do they play in diagnosis? Tumor markers are specific proteins, glycoproteins, or enzymes that are produced by tumor cells...
Laboratory detection of herpes: how to accurately confirm the diagnosis
Why is it important to detect herpes in the laboratory? Herpes is not just a rash on the lips. It is a viral disease that can be asymptomatic,...