Red Blood Cells
Liver and Causes of Hepatomegaly
Hepatomegaly means an enlarged liver, often a sign of underlying conditions like hepatitis, fatty liver, or heart failure. Diagnosis involves physical exams and imaging.
Agarose Gel Electrophoresis Preparation for PCR
Agarose gel electrophoresis: where we separate and visualize amplified DNA fragments.
Sickle Cell Disease Test
Explore the Sickle Cell Disease Test: a vital lab protocol for detecting sickle cell disease. Learn its principle, procedure, and result interpretation.
Hemolysate Preparation for Hb Electrophoresis or Alkaline Denaturation Tests
Red blood cells lysed to release hemoglobin for Hb electrophoresis and alkaline denaturation test. Hemolysate preparation requires careful steps to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
Alpha Thalassemia
Alpha thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that causes less alpha globin production, leading to less hemoglobin formation thus resulting in anemia.
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for Hemoglobinopathies Screening
HPLC for hemoglobin subtype identification separates and quantifies different hemoglobin variants based on their unique chromatographic properties.
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) Fluorescent Spot Test (G6PD Test)
The G6PD fluorescent spot test is a rapid and simple screening method for G6PD deficiency that utilizes the enzyme’s ability to reduce NADP+ to NADPH.