Laboratory Procedures

This test is used to isolate and identify anaerobic pathogenic organisms, as well as to determine the susceptibility of isolates. Anaerobic cultures are indicated particularly when suspected infect...

This test aids in isolation and correct identification of respiratory pathogens. It is important in the diagnosis and management of infected patients. Respiratory samples are processed using cultur...

This test is used in the identification and diagnosis of Bacterial gastroenteritis commonly referred to as bacterial diarrhea or infectious diarrhea. Diarrhea is the usual symptom of an infection o...

Genitourinary infections fall into two main categories: (1) primary infections due to sexually transmitted pathogenic microorganisms and (2) infections due to members of the resident flora.?This te...

Cyclosporine is a cyclic undecapeptide of fungal origin and a potent immunosuppressant. It is used as a primary agent during immunosuppressive therapy for solid organ transplants.

CYFRA 21-1 is a tumor marker and a substance found in the blood that can be associated with particular kinds of cancer. It is commonly used to track non-small cell lung cancer, bladder cancer, and ...

Cystatin C is a serum protein that serves as a measure of kidney function. Its concentration in blood inversely correlates with the glomerular filtration rate.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a ?-group herpesvirus, can produce a variety of disease manifestations, depending on the age of the host, and host?s immune status. It causes an asymptomatic or mononucl...

Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a ?-group herpesvirus, can produce a variety of disease manifestations, depending on the age of the host, and host?s immune status. It causes an asymptomatic or mononucl...