Parafilm M: The versatile, flexible and watertight thermoplastic film, which makes it the most commonly used film in the laboratory for sealing and protecting samples, containers and equipment. It is also an essential lab maintainance tool for efficiency and sample integrity. Here are some tips to follow while using Parafilm M appropriately in your lab: […]
Parafilm M is a lab film that is adaptable and has excellent sealing qualities. Here are the top 5 innovative uses of Parafilm M in modern research, along with detailed explanations: Sealing of Petri Dishes and Culture Plates Parafilm M finds wide usage in microbiology and cell culture labs for the purpose of sealing petri […]
Detection of healthcare issues is a direct function of the various laboratory tests conducted on patients’ samples, which include blood, urine and tissues. These tests, called IVD or in-vitro diagnostics, are the foundation of all global healthcare initiatives. Based on the outcome of these tests, doctors and healthcare workers decide on the therapeutics and define […]
Histopathology equipment is used in pathology to examine tissue samples in order to diagnose diseases, investigate cellular architecture, and conduct research. This comprehensive overview provides an insight into the essential equipment used in histopathology laboratories: Microscopes: Light Microscopes: Pathologists mostly utilize these to examine and interpret stained tissue slices. Light microscopes of high quality with […]
The preparation and analysis of tissue samples require the use of the cryostat, which is an essential tool in the discipline of histopathology. Histopathology is the study of diverse cellular structures as well as the microscopic inspection of tissue samples to determine the level of tissue damage and identify diseases. Here’s a breakdown of the […]
The COVID-19 vaccine Corbevax was created by the Indian company Biological E. Limited. In common with other vaccinations like Novavax and certain hepatitis vaccines, it is based on a protein subunit technology. Here’s how it works: Antigen Production A fragment of the spike protein that is present on the surface of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is […]
Building a diagnostic lab requires careful planning and attention to detail to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with relevant regulations. Here are ten tips to consider when constructing a diagnostic lab: Define your objectives: Clearly outline the goals and purpose of your diagnostic lab. Determine the types of tests and diagnostics you plan to offer […]
Fluorescence immunoassay has the potential to revolutionise the diagnostics landscape. Fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) is a powerful tool and an advanced cutting-edge technology for detecting and quantifying various substances in biological samples. FIA utilises the properties of fluorescence to detect and measure the concentration of a target molecule in a sample and has been used extensively […]
World Hearing Day is held on 3 March each year to raise awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care across the world. This Year’s Theme is “Ear and hearing care for all! Let’s make it a reality”. Hearing loss can affect anyone right from newborn to elderly […]
World Cancer Day is being observed on February 4th every year from the Year 2000. Started by Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to campaign and spread awareness about cancer by adopting, different themes every year, in 2022 UICC called for a 3 year campaign for impact and chose a common theme for years 2022-2024 […]
