Gram Staining Method
Antigen and Antibody Reaction Antigen An antigen is a substance or molecules when introduced into the body triggers the production of an antibody by the immune system. Antibody kills or neutralizes the antigen that is recognised as a foreign and potentially harmful invader. The antigen can be molecules such as pollen or cells such as […]
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 […]
What is Parasite? and their Types What is Parasite? All infectious agents are parasites that are dependent on any living Organism. For nourishment, growth and multiplication. The study of parasite that cause disease in man is called as medical parasitology. Clinical parasitology deals with those pathogenic Organism which are bigger in size than bacteria and […]
What is a Microtome? Microtomes are used for cutting paraffin tissues sections of uniform thickness. This instrument is designed to cut 1 to 60 Micron thin sections. Microtomy is a process by means of which tissue is cut into thin sections. These sections are stained and observed under microscope. Important Parts of a Microtome What […]
What is Fungi? Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that include yeasts, molds, and mushrooms. They belong to the kingdom Fungi and have a distinct biology and way of life, different from animals, plants, and bacteria. They feed on organic matter and play important roles in ecosystems as decomposers, symbionts, and pathogens. Fungi also […]
Histopathology Laboratory A histopathology laboratory is a laboratory that specializes in the study of tissue samples taken from living organisms. Histopathologists examine tissue samples under a microscope to diagnose and monitor diseases and conditions. They use various techniques, including staining, freezing, and embedding, to prepare samples for examination. The laboratory also uses advanced techniques like […]