Specimens Collection and Transport
INTRODUCTION The value and reliability of microbiological reports are directly affected by quality of specimens received by laboratory and length of time... Read More
Healthcare Associated Infection
Posted on17 May 2014
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Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) formerly known as Nosocomial Infection has progressively become a disaster in the world of medicine. This problem needs... Read More
Drug resistance in Plasmodium vivax malaria
Currently, Plasmodium vivax is the most widely distributed human malaria species in the world causing an estimated 80-90 million cases each year. P.vivax infections remain a... Read More
Emergence of NDM-1, a new metallo-Beta-Lactamase enzyme Carrying Enterobacteriaceae
Globally rising trend of antibiotic resistance is a major concern. Multi drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria are now creating greatest risk to public... Read More
OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION
Outbreak of an infectious disease should be investigated according to a certain protocol. These steps are listed below: 1. Identification of the Outbreak:... Read More
Swine influenza H1N1
Swine influenza H1N1 Novel influenza A (H1N1) is a new flu virus of swine origin that was first detected in April, 2009.... Read More
TB DIAGNOSIS—A NEW HORIZON
Rapid diagnosis of tuberculosis and resistance profile is central to its control. Failure to quickly recognize and treat affected patients leads to... Read More
Laboratory safety practices
Frequently Asked Questions for laboratory safety practices 1. How do I make my laboratory a safe work place? Restrict laboratory access to... Read More
Dengue fever
What is dengue fever? Dengue is a mosquito borne viral disease characterized by high grade fever, maculopapular rash, severe headache, pain behind... Read More
Urine Culture
Urine is a sterile fluid and can become easily contaminated with micro biota from the perineum, prostrate, urethra, or vagina. It is... Read More