Chemiluminescence immunoassay (CLIA) is an assay that combines chemiluminescence techniques with immunochemical reactions. CLIA utilizes chemical probes which could generate light emission through chemical reaction to label the antibody. In recent years, CLIA has gained increasing attention in different fields, including life science, clinical diagnosis, environmental monitoring, food ...
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...
Testosterone: More Than Just a "Male Hormone" What Is Testosterone? Testosterone is a steroid hormone primarily produced in the testes (in men) and ovaries/adrenal glands (in women, in smaller amounts). While it’s known as the key male sex hormone, women also need it for various bodily functions. Key Roles of Testosterone: In Men: Muscle growth, libido, sperm production, bone s...
World Sepsis Day: Early Detection, Lives Matter September 13 is World Sepsis Day, a global campaign dedicated to improving public understanding of sepsis and encouraging rapid medical action. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition, which can develop from many common infections, and it can progress within hours, so recognizing the warning signs and using reliable clinical and laborato...
