Triglycerides (TGs) are a combination of three fatty acids and one glycerol molecule. Much of the fatty acids used in various metabolic processes come from dietary sources. However, the body also generates fatty acids, from available glucose and amino acids, that are converted into glycogen or stored energy by the liver. Beyond triglyceride, total cholesterol,…
Inflammation is the body’s natural defense mechanism. It is part of the body’s innate immune system and can be triggered by many things. It is a complex process by which the body’s white blood cells are released into the blood or affected tissues to fight infection. Inflammation is essentially the body’s way of tagging a…
(Common use of CRP : it is used to Indicates a nonspecific inflammatory response; this highly sensitive test is used to assess risk for cardiovascular and peripheral artery disease.) The C-Reactive Protein (CRP) test is a blood test marker used to assess levels of inflammation in the body. CRP is a protein produced in…
For a blood transfusion to be safe, the patient’s and donor’s blood types must be compatible. The chart below allows you to determine compatibility. Keep in mind that, before transfusing begins, the blood product must be cross matched to fully establish donor-recipient compatibility. ABO blood typing classifies blood into A, B, AB, or O groups…
Complete Blood Count (CBC) for Nurses Memorizing and interpreting Laboratory values for nurses is not so easy. With the help of following right tips you’ll be able to memorize and complete your tasks easily. Let’s get started. A complete blood count (CBC) is a group of tests used for basic screening purposes. It is probably…
