Bordetella pertussis: Understanding the Whooping Cough Pathogen
Introduction Bordetella pertussis is a gram-negative, aerobic bacterium that causes whooping cough (pertussis), a highly contagious respiratory infection. …
Food Adulteration Act 1954
Introduction The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act (PFA) of 1954 marked a significant milestone in India’s fight against …
Food Preservation Methods
Introduction: Food preservation is an age-old practice that has evolved over time to meet the needs of human …
Rough ER vs Smooth ER- Definition, 13 Differences, Examples
Introduction The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a complex organelle that plays an essential role in various cellular functions. …
Liver Cancer: Symptoms, Types, Causes, Treatment
Introduction: Liver cancer is a growing health concern worldwide, with a rising incidence and mortality rate in many …
Nosocomial Infections (hospital-acquired infections)
Introduction Nosocomial infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), are infections that occur as a result of receiving …
Giemsa Stain- Principle, Procedure, Results, Applications
Introduction Giemsa stain is a type of Romanowsky stain, which means it uses a mixture of eosin and …
Respiratory System: Anatomy, Function, Diseases
Introduction Definition and importance of the respiratory system The respiratory system is the network of organs and tissues …
Molecular Markers: Types, Applications, Challenges
Molecular Markers Molecular markers have revolutionized the field of genetics and have been used extensively in various applications …
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and secreted by the …
Acoustic Neuroma: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Introduction Acoustic neuroma also known as vestibular schwannoma is a benign tumour that grows in the vestibular nerve …
Composition of Blood and its functions
Blood is a connective tissue comprised of various components, each with its own unique structures and functions. The …