diagnostic techniques

Question 1

what is Clinical Biochemistry

Answer 1

is the study of changes in chemical composition of body fluids in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease processes.

Question 2

Immunology

Answer 2

the study of the body’s immune system and its disorders

Question 3

Microbiology

Answer 3

is the study of infection caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses; identification of the best treatment options for infection; and the monitoring of antibiotic resistance. It also includes testing for how well a patient is responding to treatment of infection.

Question 4

Haematology

Answer 4

is the study of blood cells

Question 5

Histopathology / Cytopathology

Answer 5

is the study of diseased tissue/cells.

Question 6

Genetics

Answer 6

is the study of DNA and its relation to genetically transmitted disorders

Question 7

why use lab tests?

Answer 7

screeing, diagnosis, monitoring, prognosis

Question 8

what is POCT

Answer 8

POCT is laboratory testing performed in the clinical setting by non-laboratory healthcare professionals.

Question 9

Why is POCT useful?

Answer 9

Improved turnaround time
Potential for better monitoring of certain conditions
Smaller sample volumes
Less clinically invasive
In some out-patient settings, POCT results can be used to adjust patient’s medication resulting in less frequent clinic appointments