• Serum herpes simplex antibodies is a blood test that looks for antibodies to the herpes simplex virus (HSV), including HSV-1 and HSV-2. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The sample is taken to the lab and tested for the presence and amount of antibodies . (medlineplus.gov)
  • The presence of these antibodies indicates pemphigus. (wikidoc.org)
  • Indirect immunofluorescence and ELISA can measure desmoglein antibodies in blood serum. (wikidoc.org)
  • If a person is exposed to blood with different antigens than his or her own, he or she may form antibodies that can result in extravascular and/or intravascular hemolysis when the recipient is reintroduced to the same antigens in a future transfusion. (medscape.com)
  • Naturally occurring anti-A and anti-B are the only RBC antibodies in normal human serum or plasma. (medscape.com)
  • The antibody screening test performed in a clinical laboratory and/or blood bank is designed to detect the presence of unexpected antibodies, especially alloantibodies in the serum to antigens of the non-ABO blood group system: Duffy, Kell, Kidd, MNS, P, and certain Rh types that are considered clinically significant. (medscape.com)
  • It is also used in antenatal screening to detect the presence of antibodies in a pregnant woman's serum that could result in hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn . (medscape.com)
  • The Antioxidants Reagents confirm the presence of Free radicals in the body or absence of antibodies. (pharmiweb.com)
  • Screen all cats to detect specific antibodies to feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) in feline serum, plasma, or anticoagulated whole blood. (idexx.com)
  • A doubting physician stated that the test done to diagnose "Gluten intolerance" is a serum test that shows antibodies to gluten in the blood stream. (knowthecause.com)
  • The presence of gluten antibodies in a blood serum test, therefore are more apt to prove yeast induced gut permeability than gluten sensitivity. (knowthecause.com)
  • This image depicted a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) scientist, who was quantitatively measuring the polio antibodies present in someone's blood. (cdc.gov)
  • Each of these purple colored plates tests four serum samples, for antibodies against a single poliovirus serotype. (cdc.gov)
  • A purple well means the antibodies in the serum sample prevented poliovirus from infecting and killing cells within the cell culture. (cdc.gov)
  • The presence of antibodies in a serum sample, capable of blocking poliovirus from infecting cells, means that the person, from whom the sample was extracted, is protected from developing paralysis after exposure to poliovirus. (cdc.gov)
  • Complete blood count, serum biochemistry (including symmetric dimethylarginine), urinalysis and urine protein:creatinine ratio were within the reference intervals for the species. (iasp-pain.org)
  • Clinical laboratory technologists test blood, urine, other body fluids, and tissue samples that doctors send to the laboratory. (encyclopedia.com)
  • For example, technologists analyze blood and urine to look for signs of diseases, such as hemophilia or diabetes. (encyclopedia.com)
  • Researchers have identified compounds and enzymes that appear in the blood or urine as a result of bone turnover. (saveourbones.com)
  • Their presence and levels in blood or urine indicate how much bone resorption is occurring. (saveourbones.com)
  • Brucellosis is carried in bodily fluids, so infection can spread to humans through direct contact with the urine, feces, blood, semen, milk, vaginal secretions, and other fluids of an infected dog. (akc.org)
  • The aim of the paper was to determine the relation between IgG concentration and the presence of C. burnetii in serum of seropositive cows. (academicjournals.org)
  • Radial immunodiffusion was used to determine concentration of IgG in serum. (academicjournals.org)
  • Presence of C. burnetii in serum was from 48.6 to 66.6% in different stages of lactation and the concentration of IgG was from 76.1 to 95.4 g/L in different stages of lactation. (academicjournals.org)
  • In the control group of cows from same farm, the concentration of IgG in blood serum was from 35.7 to 42.2 g/L. (academicjournals.org)
  • Theoretically, the osmolal contribution of ethanol to serum osmolality would be equal to its molar concentration, which is 46. (medscape.com)
  • No human data explicitly associate specific organ damage with a given CCl 4 concentration in blood. (cdc.gov)
  • Initial evaluation included spirometry, methacholine challenge testing, allergy skin testing with common aeroallergens, serum total IgE concentration, blood leukocyte count, blood eosinophil count, and postural heart rate change (standing minus supine). (nih.gov)
  • Three milliliters of blood was collected from each dog for measurement of plasma BNP concentration by use of a radioimmunoassay. (avma.org)
  • The authors conclude that the extent of coronary and aortic lesions in children and young adults significantly correlates with the presence of cardiovascular risk factors, including body mass index, systolic blood pressure, serum LDL cholesterol level, triglyceride concentration and cigarette smoking. (aafp.org)
  • The initial screening laboratory blood exams shall include the baseline plasma renin activity, baseline plasma aldosterone concentration, and serum potassium level. (who.int)
  • The serum or plasma osmolality is a measure of the different solutes in plasma. (medscape.com)
  • Evaluate all cats for feline heartworm disease by identifying heartworm antigen in feline serum, plasma, or anticoagulated whole blood. (idexx.com)
  • Serum / plasma is separated from the blood and then analyzed for presence of different substances. (thomaspumps.com)
  • A complete blood cell count (CBC) and serum or plasma chemistry panel may be needed to evaluate the presence of secondary infections or the involvement of body organs other than the eyes (liver or kidney involvement). (petplace.com)
  • They are detectable in tissues and blood, including plasma and/or serum, are stable and often tumor specific. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • 10, >15, >20, & >25 ng/dL), with suppressed baseline plasma renin activity (PRA) (at least less than 1.0 ng/mL/hr) and presence of spontaneous hypokalemia. (who.int)
  • Samples of plasma aldosterone and serum potassium were drawn at baseline. (who.int)
  • At the end of infusion, repeat plasma aldosterone and serum potassium were extracted. (who.int)
  • Serum creatinine measurements should be obtained to assess potential renal insufficiency. (medscape.com)
  • Serum creatinine: The patient should have relatively normal and stable renal function before AMS 800 artificial urinary sphincter placement. (medscape.com)
  • Abdominal ultrasonography showed the presence of asymmetric kidneys, decreased corticomedullary definition, presence of a cyst on the left kidney and moderate renal pelvis dilatation on the right kidney. (iasp-pain.org)
  • Tissue diffusion is poor and the drug does not pass the blood brain barrier into the cerebrospinal fluid. (nih.gov)
  • Clinical chemistry measurements are based on optical spectrometry for most of the blood molecules and also based on potentiometry for a few blood ions. (horiba.com)
  • Clinical chemistry measurements are based on optical spectrometry and potentiometry for a few specific blood ions. (horiba.com)
  • They look for evidence of the presence of illnesses and parasites, identify allergic reactions and changes in body chemistry, and type and cross-match blood. (encyclopedia.com)
  • A tick-borne infection was then suspected and complete blood count, serum biochemistry and ELISA for leishmaniasis was performed. (vin.com)
  • Serum biochemistry was unremarkable and ELISA was positive. (vin.com)
  • Blood mercury levels will be assessed in subpopulations particularly vulnerable to the health effects from mercury exposure including women of childbearing age (ages 16-49). (cdc.gov)
  • These data will be used to estimate deficiencies and toxicities of specific nutrients in the population and subgroups, to provide population reference data, and to estimate the contribution of diet, supplements, and other factors to serum levels of nutrients. (cdc.gov)
  • Diagnosing DMD typically involves evaluating family history as well as conducting blood tests to assess the levels of specific muscle enzymes in the blood. (nature.com)
  • Blood tests often monitor the level of serum creatine phosphokinase (CPK), however, this test can only detect the disease in later stages and is generally non-specific, as high levels of CPK can be found in an individual's blood after experiencing a heart attack, drinking alcohol in excess, or participating in strenuous exercise. (nature.com)
  • Ampicillin serum levels are similar to those produced by the administration of equivalent amounts of ampicillin alone. (nih.gov)
  • Peak ampicillin serum levels ranging from 109 to 150 mcg/mL are attained after administration of 2000 mg of ampicillin plus 1000 mg sulbactam and 40 to 71 mcg/mL after administration of 1000 mg ampicillin plus 500 mg sulbactam. (nih.gov)
  • The corresponding mean peak serum levels for sulbactam range from 48 to 88 mcg/mL and 21 to 40 mcg/mL, respectively. (nih.gov)
  • After an intramuscular injection of 1000 mg ampicillin plus 500 mg sulbactam, peak ampicillin serum levels ranging from 8 to 37 mcg/mL and peak sulbactam serum levels ranging from 6 to 24 mcg/mL are attained. (nih.gov)
  • Somewhat higher and more prolonged serum levels of ampicillin and sulbactam can be achieved with the concurrent administration of probenecid. (nih.gov)
  • Blood and induced sputum samples were obtained from workers, TGF-beta1, KL-6 and osteopontin levels evaluated. (cdc.gov)
  • The levels of TGF-beta1 in serum were dependent on exposure to MWCNTs (beta=10.5, 95%BCa=1.2-51.8), the KL-6 levels in induced sputum were significantly higher in exposure group (beta=235.9, 95%BCa=21.2-482). (cdc.gov)
  • Since the drug loses 50 percent of its activity in the presence of serum, active blood levels are low. (nih.gov)
  • RecVE and high CK levels were found to be independent predictors of fibrosis (the presence of RecVE and high CK correlated with findings of fibrosis). (parentprojectmd.org)
  • Higher serum CK levels in females with cardiac fibrosis suggests that greater systemic disease severity may be the cause for greater cardiac disease. (parentprojectmd.org)
  • Conditions that cause red blood cell breakdown or interfere with liver or bile processing can cause elevated levels of bilirubin. (loinc.org)
  • It was found that exposure to MWCNT aerosol at workplaces may alter the fibrosis biomarkers in blood serum and induced sputum. (cdc.gov)
  • Data suggest that MWCNT exposure may lead to the changes in serum and induced sputum samples specific fibrogenic biomarkers content in workers. (cdc.gov)
  • Background: Molecular biomarkers that identify the phenotype of blood eosinophilia were evaluated in adult asthmatics, and their relationship with clinically significant asthma outcomes was assessed. (uzh.ch)
  • Conclusion: Serum IL-5 and IL-13 are reliable biomarkers for the blood eosinophilia asthma phenotype. (uzh.ch)
  • A promising approach is measuring the presence of biomarkers to detect tumors at various stages and determine their specific characteristics, thus allowing for more personalized treatment. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • According to the results of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the 95th percentile of blood CCl 4 concentrations was less than 0.005 ng/mL in the 2003-2008 survey years for the U.S. population aged 20-59 years [CDC 2017]. (cdc.gov)
  • Immediately after completion of a 15-minute intravenous infusion of ampicillin and sulbactam for injection, peak serum concentrations of ampicillin and sulbactam are attained. (nih.gov)
  • Methods: At inclusion, 64 patients were evaluated for phenotypic traits, sputum and blood eosinophilia, exhaled NO, serum cytokines and chemokines, total serum IgE, lung function (LF), and airway hyper-responsiveness (AHR). (uzh.ch)
  • Periostin did not identify blood or sputum eosinophilia, even after stratification for total IgE, and did not correlate with IL-5, IL-13, eotaxin, or EDN. (uzh.ch)
  • Young infants aged 0-59days with signs of possible serious bacterial infection (pSBI) and age-matched controls provided blood and respiratory specimens that were analysed by blood culture and real-time PCR. (cdc.gov)
  • Blood smear showing Babesia species in erythrocytes. (medscape.com)
  • The presence of high or low expression of MCP-1, eotaxin, and IL-8 identified two separate blood eosinophilia patient clusters linked to asthma severity. (uzh.ch)
  • This study aimed to investigate whether serum indicators related to iron stores in the body are associated with clinical and endoscopic disease severity. (nature.com)
  • Therefore, we hypothesized that the indicators related to serum iron parameters may be candidates for evaluating disease severity. (nature.com)
  • Thus, the aims of the current study are (1) to compare the differences in serum indicators related to iron stores in the body between CD patients and controls and (2) to investigate whether these indicators are associated with disease severity. (nature.com)
  • Data were collected from 255 medical records containing complete medical history, including physical examination, classification of pubertal development (Tanner), weight, height, diet recall survey and the following laboratory tests: blood count, serum iron, transferrin saturation and stool tests. (bvsalud.org)
  • Babesiosis is usually diagnosed by microscopic examination of Giemsa-stained or Wright-stained thin or thick blood smears. (medscape.com)
  • IgG in blood serum samples. (cdc.gov)
  • Elemental carbon was evaluated in air samples and the CNT presence was confirmed by TEM-analysis. (cdc.gov)
  • TEM has shown the presence of MWCNT agglomerates sized 0,5-10 mm in all air samples. (cdc.gov)
  • Antioxidants Reagent are applicable to a large variety of samples which includes serum, whole blood, erythrocytes, fruit juices and many more. (pharmiweb.com)
  • They are also responsible for matching blood samples so that patients are given the correct type of blood during transfusions. (encyclopedia.com)
  • Among other applications, serum osmolality is indicated to evaluate the etiology of hyponatremia and may be used to screen for alcohol intoxication by means of the osmolal gap. (medscape.com)
  • Various conditions are associated with abnormal serum osmolality. (medscape.com)
  • In an eye with Coats disease, the abnormal vessels are compromised, resulting in the leakage of serum and other blood components, which accumulate in and under the retina. (aao.org)
  • B, Corresponding fluorescein angiography image shows nonperfusion in the peripheral retina and around the abnormal blood vessels. (aao.org)
  • Hemolytic anemias, which cause increased red blood cell breakdown, are one cause of elevated non-glucuronidated bilirubin. (loinc.org)
  • Complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate for anemia. (cdc.gov)
  • Consideration for cardiac MRI beginning in the third decade of life to evaluate for the presence of underlying cardiac disease . (parentprojectmd.org)
  • This proof-of-concept study presents Raman hyperspectroscopic analysis of blood serum as an easy, fast, non-expensive, and minimally invasive detection method for distinguishing control and mdx model mice, with a strong potential for clinical diagnosis of DMD. (nature.com)
  • While it is technically possible to measure CCl 4 in blood and exhaled air, these tests are not routinely recommended and are very rarely done due to practical and clinical limitations. (cdc.gov)
  • Consider arterial or venous blood gas analysis as warranted by patient's clinical condition. (cdc.gov)
  • Since many dogs have no clinical sign of an infection, and yet the disease can have a huge impact on reproductive success, all dogs involved in a breeding program should be tested for the presence of brucellosis, even if they show no clinical signs of the disease. (akc.org)
  • Underweight, decreased serum iron and TIBC were independent risk factors for moderate clinical disease. (nature.com)
  • Decreases in serum iron and TIBC were associated with the clinical activity of CD. (nature.com)
  • A filling CMG is used to assess the bladder capacity, compliance, and presence of phasic contractions. (medscape.com)
  • Teenagers present a higher demanding of these nutrients reasoned by the enlargement of total blood volume and iron pool , in consequence of an increase of thin body mass quantity. (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients may have decreased serum haptoglobin and elevated reticulocyte counts. (medscape.com)
  • Combined detection of decreased serum iron and TIBC was helpful in differentiating severe patients. (nature.com)
  • found that serum hepcidin was positively correlated with IL-6 and negatively correlated with hemoglobin in anemia of chronic disease (ACD) 11 .This suggested that iron stored in these inflammatory cells is an important source of hematopoiesis in CD patients with ACD. (nature.com)
  • They showed that the level of serum iron and the total iron binding capacity were decreased in active CD patients due to impaired oral iron absorption 8 . (nature.com)
  • Hence, when measured in mg/dL, it would be assumed that the serum ethanol level should be divided by 4.6. (medscape.com)
  • During recent decades, the determination of blood glucose level has become essential and routine because of the rapid increase in the incidence of diabetes mellitus and associated diseases. (frontiersin.org)
  • Among the most successful and reliable diagnostic devices are the glucose electrochemical biosensors that determine the glucose blood level based on glucose oxidase (GOx) using amperometric, impedimetric, conductometric, and potentiometric techniques. (frontiersin.org)
  • ETS exposure will also be assessed for examinees through the measurement of serum cotinine, a metabolite of nicotine. (cdc.gov)
  • Last but not least, exogenous interfering substances may cause errors in the systematic measurement of blood glucose. (frontiersin.org)
  • Red blood cells (RBCs) carry numerous protein and carbohydrate antigens on their surface. (medscape.com)
  • Results: Lung function, asthma control, and monocyte chemotactic protein-1 (MCP-1) were identified as the most important distinguisher and blood eosinophilia as second most important identifier in principal component analysis. (uzh.ch)
  • The lymphatic system is responsible for removing protein and white blood cells (along with some water) from the interstitium. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Blood measures of total mercury are important for evaluation of exposure from exposure to mercury in interior latex paints. (cdc.gov)
  • Among various anions tested, 1-Cu 2+ 2+2+ ensemble shows selective and sensitive response towards cyanide ions and responds to CN − ions even in the presence of bovine serum albumin and in blood serum milieu. (rsc.org)
  • Urodynamics is a means of evaluating the bladder capacity, compliance, abdominal leak point pressure, presence of phasic contractions, and pressure-flow relationship between the bladder and the urethra. (medscape.com)
  • Blood tests will include the Serum Tumour Marker Test, according to the guidelines of the American Urological Association. (aia.com)
  • A blood tests. (petplace.com)
  • Long-term studies in adults have determined that the progression of atherosclerosis is related to the presence of specific risk factors that reinforce each other over time if not treated. (aafp.org)
  • It is not necessary to draw blood in a fasting state, and no special preparations are required prior to the test. (medscape.com)
  • This blood test will check the proteins that have been linked to specific types of cancer. (aia.com)
  • If you suspect you have come into contact with an infected dog, or that you have symptoms of brucellosis, consult your doctor for a blood test. (akc.org)
  • The saline suppression test will serve as the reference standard which is used to confirm the presence or absence of primary aldosteronism disease. (who.int)
  • The presence or absence of these antigens in an individual is important, because they determine the type of blood that should be given in case a blood transfusion is necessary. (medscape.com)
  • The presence or absence of wheezing symptoms at follow-up 3 yr later was assessed by questionnaire. (nih.gov)
  • At autopsy, the coronary arteries and the aorta were sectioned longitudinally to permit evaluation of the extent of lipid deposition on the intimal surface, including the presence of fatty streaks and raised fibrous plaques. (aafp.org)
  • Handling infected canine blood, semen, or reproductive tissues can be a source of infection to humans-though cases of infection in humans are rare. (akc.org)
  • [ 5 ] The exact contribution of ethanol to serum osmolality remains controversial, with multiple formulas proposed. (medscape.com)
  • A blood sample is obtained by routine venipuncture and collected in a red-top tube or serum separator tube (SST). (medscape.com)
  • The most widely used method of osmometry is freezing-point depression, for which a value is obtained based on the temperature at which the serum sample freezes. (medscape.com)
  • A blood sample is needed. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Antibody screening is routinely used in conjunction with typing and crossmatch before the administration of blood products, especially RBCs, to avoid transfusion reactions and to prevent notably decreased survival of transfused RBCs. (medscape.com)
  • The presence of agglutination with the addition of AHG indicates antibody binding to a specific red cell antigen. (medscape.com)
  • [ 4 , 6 ] Guidelines from Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recommend confirmatory testing for babesiosis with a blood smear or PCR. (medscape.com)
  • The manufacturers with their constant efforts and research and development are trying to improve the health of the population by diagnosing various diseases caused due to oxidative stress and presence of excess of free radicals in the body. (pharmiweb.com)
  • Vasotec (enalapril maleate) is an ACE ( angiotensin converting enzyme ) inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure ( hypertension ), congestive heart failure , kidney problems caused by diabetes , and to improve survival after a heart attack . (rxlist.com)
  • Wright-stained or Giemsa-stained peripheral blood smears reveal intraerythrocytic ring forms with a central pallor. (medscape.com)
  • Technologists may specialize in such areas as blood banking, virology (the study of viruses), cytology (analysis of body cells), and histology (tissue preparation and examination). (encyclopedia.com)
  • Another method used to measure serum osmolality is vapor pressure osmometry. (medscape.com)
  • Serum white blood cell (WBC) count: Systemic leukocytosis should be treated before surgery. (medscape.com)
  • Gram staining showed the presence of gram-positive rods. (medscape.com)
  • 13 years of age should be screened unless negative HIV status for the mother of the child can be confirmed and the child is otherwise thought to be at low risk of infection (no history of high-risk exposures such as previous blood product transfusions, early sexual activity, or history of sexual violence or abuse). (cdc.gov)
  • Bilirubin is an orange-yellow pigment produced by the normal breakdown of heme, a component of the hemoglobin found in red blood cells. (loinc.org)
  • This rapid immunoassay detects the presence of FeLV p27 antigen, which if found, is diagnostic for FeLV infection. (idexx.com)