A CLOSER LOOK AT MENDELIAN DISORDERS

Mendelian disorders are genetic conditions that follow the principles of Mendel’s laws of inheritance. These principles state that traits are inherited in a predictable manner and that each parent contributes one allele (a version...

THE SCIENCE BEHIND PATHOLOGIC CALCIFICATION

Pathologic calcification, also known as metastatic calcification or dystrophic calcification, is a condition where calcium deposits form in abnormal locations within the body, leading to the development of calcified tissue. This condition can occur...

MOLECULAR DIAGNOSIS OF GENETIC DISEASES

Molecular diagnosis plays a crucial role in the identification and characterization of genetic diseases, particularly in the detection of germline mutations and acquired genetic alterations. Germline mutations refer to genetic changes that are present...

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF BLOOD-BRAIN BARRIER

The Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB) is a highly specialized and intricate structure that separates the blood circulation from the brain’s extracellular fluid, ensuring a stable and protected environment for the brain. It consists of various...

DYNAMICS OF DISEASE TRANSMISSION

Introduction The dynamics of disease transmission involve the spread of infectious diseases within a population. Key factors include: Transmission Modes: Diseases can spread through direct contact (e.g., touching), respiratory droplets (e.g., coughing), or vectors...

COPING WITH CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY

Introduction Cancer chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to target and kill cancer cells. It’s often used to shrink tumors, prevent their spread, or relieve cancer-related symptoms. Chemotherapy drugs can be administered orally...

THE ROLE OF ANTIMETABOLITES IN CHEMOTHERAPY

Introduction Antimetabolites are a class of drugs used in chemotherapy to interfere with the metabolism of cancer cells, inhibiting their growth and replication. They mimic the structure of essential molecules in cells, disrupting DNA...

FETAL PERIOD EXPLAINED

Introduction The fetal period, also known as fetal development, is the stage of prenatal development that begins after the embryonic period and lasts from approximately the 9th week of gestation until birth. During this...

UNLOCKING THE SECRETS OF BACTERIAL GENETICS

Introduction Bacterial genetics is the study of how genetic information is passed on within bacterial populations. Bacteria have a single circular chromosome and can also contain plasmids, which are small, independent pieces of DNA....

POLYCYTHEMIA AWARENESS

Polycythemia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream. This can result in thickening of the blood and potentially lead to various health...

LATE PREGNANCY DISORDERS

Introduction Late pregnancy, generally defined as the period beyond 20 weeks of gestation, can be associated with various disorders and complications. Some common disorders of late pregnancy include: Gestational Diabetes: This condition can develop...

ACIDIFICATION OF URINE

Introduction The acidity of urine is typically measured on the pH scale, which ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. A lower pH value indicates more acidic urine, while a higher pH...

VECTORIAL ANALYSIS OF ECG

Introduction Vectorial analysis of an electrocardiogram (ECG) is a method used to assess the electrical activity of the heart from a three-dimensional perspective. It involves the examination of vectors, which represent the direction and...

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