CROSS MATCH AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Profiles, SPECIAL REPORT

WHAT IS CROSS MATCH TEST? Cross-matching is a series of tests that are performed before the blood transfusion. It is a test that is performed to check the compatibility of the donor’s blood with the patient’s blood. It is done to identify if there are any unsafe interaction between your blood and the donor’s blood.…

ALDOSTERONE

BIO CHEMISTRY, HORMONES TESTS

What is aldosterone? Aldosterone is a hormone made by the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are found on top of the kidneys and are responsible for producing several important hormones. Aldosterone is essential for sodium conservation in the kidney. It plays a vital role in the homeostatic regulation of blood pressure, plasma sodium (Na+), and…