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Rothera’s test is used to detect ketone bodies in urine, which are by-products of fat metabolism in the body. These by-products include acetoacetic acid (2%), beta-hydroxybutyric acid (78%), and acetone (2%). Acetoacetic acid and acetone are commonly referred to as true ketone bodies. This test is qualitative, meaning it shows whether ketones are present or…
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In this guideline, we shall prepare 0.9% of normal saline. Laboratory preparation of normal saline is a simple procedure that requires sodium chloride and distilled water
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The Simmons citrate test procedure, commonly referred to as the citrate utilization test, is used to identify bacteria that can break down citrate. S.A. Koser devised the citrate utilization test in the early 1920s while he studied the bacterial catabolism of organic acids using Koser’s medium. The test proved useful in distinguishing Escherichia coli which…
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What Does Glucose in Urine Mean? Glucose in urine or glycosuria can be indicator of one of many underlying health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and Fanconi syndrome that we will discuss later in this article. We will also explore how the body regulates glucose, the causes, and symptoms of glucose in urine, how…
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The PSA test price in Kenya ranges from KES 1,500 to as high as KES 49,300 and the choice is dependent on individual preference. In Kenya, the PSA test is offered as an individual test or as a package with other tests and imaging services. The test is not a normal routine test done in…
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The lipid profile test price in Kenya ranges between KES 800 to KES 3,500. It is offered in both public and private laboratories. The lipid profile test measures cholesterol levels and other fats in the body. This panel consists of four tests: The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 2.6 million deaths globally are attributed…
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The blood culture test price in Kenya ranges from KES 700 to KES 7,600 depending on the facility and the exact type of test requested. The blood culture test checks for bacteria in blood causing systemic infections that could result in sepsis. This blood culture test is mainly used in the diagnosis of endocarditis. This…
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The thyroid function test price in Kenya ranges from KES 2,500 to KES 10,000. In Kenya, the thyroid tests comprise mostly of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3), and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). However, there are other tests in this panel such as Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPO), Thyroglobulin (TG), Thyroglobulin antibodies (TGAb), and Thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin…
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The H pylori test price in Kenya ranges between KES 400 and KES 4800, depending on the facility, with public/ government hospitals proving to be cheaper. This article explores the H pylori test price in Kenya and whether other forms of testing can be done and at what cost. We also discuss which test for…
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The pregnancy blood test price in Kenya varies from one laboratory to the next. Prices range from KES 1,400 to KES 6,050. Other than the price of pregnancy blood test in Kenya, this article explores the pregnancy blood test, the types of pregnancy blood tests, and why many people choose the blood test over the…