A blood test is one of the basic tests most often recommended by doctors. Its results allow assessment of the patient’s general health condition and, if necessary, allow to plan an appropriate treatment. Peripheral blood is taken from the blood vessels, mainly capillaries, arteries and veins. Peripheral blood is collected […]
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Blood is a very important component of the human body. It makes up about 7% of the body weight, so in an adult it corresponds to 5 liters. Most of the blood is plasma (55% by volume). The most important function of blood is to supply oxygen, hormones, nutrients and […]
The bottom line for humans is that DNA testing can be used for diagnostic purposes for many diseases. These tests involve taking a material, which is usually blood, and detecting various mutations, or errors, in it. In recent years, we’ve been hearing a lot about DNA and related concepts such […]
Angiography is a method of examining blood vessels to accurately assess changes inside the vessels. It is based on X-rays. Since ordinary X-rays do not show the inside of the blood vessels well, a suitable contrast is used. The contrast fills the vessels and strongly absorbs the X-rays, making it […]
A Holter test allows your heart rate to be recorded 24 hours a day. The test is performed using a special device. The patient can go home with it and perform everyday activities. This test evaluates the electrical activity of the heart during normal activity (walking, resting, playing). Preparation for […]