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Liver Function Tests The Liver The liver is the largest organ in the human body. It weighs 1.2 to 1.5 kg in adult. It is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and is attached beneath the diaphragm by its ligaments. It is divided into four lobes, left, right, quadrate and caudate. These […]
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PCV ( packed cell volume ) is the amount of packed red blood cells following centrifugation expressed as percentage of the total blood volume . Packed Cell Volume (PCV) or Hematocrit (HCT) test performe by various following Methods. Hematocrit (HCT) Test By Macro – hematocrit Clinical significance : – Fall of hematocrit value are observed
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Estimation of Hemoglobin by Sahli method Clinical Significance A decrease in hemoglobin below normal range is an indication of anemia. An Increase in hemoglobin concentration occurs in hemoconcentration due to loss of body fluid in saver diarrhea and vomiting. High values are also observed in congenital heart disease (due to reduce oxygen supply) in emphysema
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The various aspects studied for the physical examination of urine are:- Volume, colour, Appearance, Sediment formation, odor, Reaction and pH, Specific gravity. 1. Volumes 2. Color 3. Appearance 4. Sediment Formation 5. Odor 6. Reaction and pH 7. Specific gravity Physical Examination of Urine Physical Examination of Urine 1. Volume For an adult the normal
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Blood: Definition & Composition Blood is a vital fluid in the human body that circulates through the heart, vessels, and organs, transporting oxygen and nutrients to the cells and removing waste products. It also plays a crucial role in maintaining body temperature and defending against infection. Blood is made up of various components, including red
