Familiarize with Liver Cancer-related Markers   Cancer has emerged as a significant public health issue in China, profoundly impacting the well-being of the citizens. Liver cancer, as one of the most common malignant tumors, has a relatively low rate of early diagonosis. According to the 2022 China Cancer Statistics Report, the incidence and mortality rates of liver cancer are the fifth and s...

Build a COVID-19 Protective Barrier with Getein   COVID-19 cases spike in summer months this year. SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is constantly changing and new variants of the virus are expected to occur. Numerous variants of the virus that cause COVID-19 are being tracked globally during this pandemic.   Is COVID on the rise? From barbecues to festivals and elder facilitie...

TORCH Screening in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know   Pregnancy is a delicate period, and certain infections can pose serious risks to both pregnant women and newborns. Among these, TORCH infections include Toxoplasma (Toxo), other pathogens (e.g., syphilis), Rubella virus, Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). These infections are particularly concerning due to their potenti...

Fatigue? Low Mood? Your 25-OH-VD Level Might Be the Culprit!     Ever wondered if you’re getting enough vitamin D? Meet 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OH-VD) – the gold-standard blood test that reveals your true vitamin D status!    What is 25-OH-VD? It’s the main form of vitamin D circulating in your blood, reflecting your body’s vitamin D stores from: Sunligh...

Understanding Dengue: A Guide to the Mosquito-Borne Virus Introduction   Dengue is an acute arthropod-borne viral infection that places a heavy socioeconomic and disease burden on many tropical and subtropical regions, and is the most frequent arboviral disease globally. Dengue is transmitted by the bite of an infected female mosquito. Non-vector transmission can also occur, for example,...

Are you experiencing unexplained weight loss, digestive problems, abdominal pain or jaundice? Don't ignore these symptoms, these may signal underlying liver issues! PIVKA-II testing helps identify hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC) risk, it’s a critical step towards early intervention through comprehensive diagnostic follow-up.              What is PIVKA-II ？ &n...