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Options for medical students other than MBBS and BDS
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/informative/options-for-medical-students-other-than-mbbs-and-bdsUniversity of Peshawar, University of Karachi and Punjab University Lahore. BS Genetics needs you to study the structure of DNA and genomic sequencing. This field requires a lot of patience to get the result although very interesting to take up. The...
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Fathers of Biology
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/zoology/fathers-of-biologyFather of Palynology - Erdtman Father of Eugenics - Francis Galton Father of Biochemical Genetics - Archibald Father of DNA Finger Printing - Garrod Father of Ethology - Jaffery Lorentz Father of Endocrinology - Addison Father of ATP Cycle - Lipmann...
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Differences Between Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fats (Lipids)
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/biochemistry/differences-between-carbohydrates-proteins-and-fats-lipidsthree isomers namely glucose, fructose, and galactose. Pentose sugars are mainly ribose and deoxyribose sugars in RNA and DNA. Triose sugars are formed during metabolism like glyceraldehyde. Three common disaccharides are: Maltose (Glucose + glucose),...
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Laboratory Tests in Porphyrias
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/pathology/laboratory-tests-in-porphyriasnormal porphyrin levels, posing a diagnostic challenge. In such instances, a comprehensive approach involving enzymatic and DNA testing becomes imperative for an accurate diagnosis. These advanced testing methods delve into the genetic and enzymatic...
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Microscopic Examination of Semen for Investigation of Infertility
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/pathology/microscopic-examination-of-semen-for-investigation-of-infertilityan incomplete or absent acrosome resulting in an inability to penetrate the ovum, and a giant head indicating defective DNA condensation. Abnormal Morphology The World Health Organization's morphological classification of human spermatozoa, as of 1999,...
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Hepatitis and Its Types: An In-depth Study of Hepatitis C from Lifecycle to Treatment
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/virology/hepatitis-c-from-lifecycle-to-treatmentThis virus eventually garnered the attention of virologists who cloned it in three distinct laboratories using recombinant DNA techniques. Upon thorough examination, the clones were found to be identical in all respects. Consequently, the virus was...
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Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA): Structure, Properties, Applications, and Future Research Directions
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/biochemistry/bovine-serum-albuminto neutralize ROS, thereby preventing these reactive species from damaging cellular components such as lipids, proteins, and DNA. The presence of these reactive amino acids within BSA's structure enables it to effectively intercept and neutralize a wide...
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Adverse Effects of Transfusion
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/hematology/adverse-effects-of-transfusionB Virus: In India, the prevalence of hepatitis B virus ranges from 1.5% to 4%, with approximately 43 million carriers. This DNA virus can be transmitted through both cellular and plasma components, with an incubation period of 2 to 6 months. Blood...
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Screening Tests for Infections Transmissible by Transfusion
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/hematology/screening-tests-for-infections-transmissible-by-transfusionof stringent quality control measures. Viruses Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a partially double-stranded DNA virus with a diameter of 42 nm (Figure 1). HBV can cause various clinical manifestations, including acute and chronic...
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Preparation of Blood Components from Whole Blood for Transfusion
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/hematology/preparation-of-blood-components-from-whole-blood-for-transfusionlipid-enveloped viruses. Plasma derivatives like factor concentrates and immunoglobulins can also be prepared by recombinant DNA technology. Whole Blood Whole blood refers to a unit of donor blood preserved in an anticoagulant-preservative solution,...
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Immunity, Nutrition, and Biomagnetism: Important Concepts to Understand During the Coronavirus Pandemic
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/coronavirus/immunity-nutrition-and-biomagnetism-important-concepts-to-understand-during-the-coronavirus-pandemicfor cellular repair and recovery. The body needs to have an adequate amount of protein to produce antibodies and perform DNA repair. Lean meat, fish, eggs, seeds, nuts, beans, quinoa, amaranth, and peas are good sources of protein. Vitamin A: A nutrient...
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Laboratory Protocols: Procedures, and Best Practices for Accurate Results
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/pathology/laboratory-excellence-protocols-procedures-and-best-practices-for-accurate-resultsfactors, making controlled conditions essential for precision. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR): Commonly used for DNA analysis, PCR must be conducted in a contamination-free environment to avoid skewed results. Mass Spectrometry: This technique analyzes...
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Types and Shapes of Blood Spatter: Forensic Analysis and Interpretation
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/forensic-science/types-and-shapes-of-blood-spatter-forensic-analysis-and-interpretationabout its source. Presumptive Blood Tests: Chemicals like phenolphthalein or hydrogen peroxide confirm blood presence. DNA Profiling Kits: Extract genetic material from blood samples to identify the victim or suspect. Significance: These techniques...
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Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) Staining: Principle, Procedure, and Interpretation
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/pathology/hematoxylin-and-eosin-staininggold standard technique in histopathology. It uses two dyes: hematoxylin (blue-purple) to stain acidic nuclear components (DNA/RNA) and eosin (pink-red) to highlight alkaline cytoplasmic proteins and extracellular structures like connective tissue. This...
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Polymer Paper: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/subject/technology/polymer-paper-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-why-it-matterssome important distinctions. Polymers are long chains of molecules that can be either naturally occurring (like cellulose and DNA) or synthetic (like polyethylene and polypropylene). In the case of polymer paper, the most commonly used materials are...
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Legionnaires’ Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/infectious-disease/legionnaires-disease1. Sputum culture: Requires specialized media (buffered charcoal yeast extract agar). PCR testing: Detects Legionella DNA in respiratory specimens. Serology: Used for retrospective diagnosis; not useful in acute management. Chest radiography typically...
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Hippocratic Oath: Origin, Evolution, and Ethical Significance in Medicine
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/topics/bioethics/hippocratic-oath-origin-evolution-and-ethical-significance-in-medicinenot to profit or prestige, but to humanity. Conclusion The Hippocratic Oath is more than an ancient relic; it is the moral DNA of medicine. Its principles—honor, compassion, confidentiality, and the duty to heal—continue to define medical...
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Space Scientists Grow a Black Fungus on the ISS and Watch It Thrive Under Radiation
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/subject/biology/space-scientists-grow-a-black-fungus-on-the-iss-and-watch-it-thrive-under-radiationRadiation is one of the greatest obstacles for sustained human presence beyond Earth. High energy particles can damage DNA, harm tissues, and increase long term health risks. Traditional radiation shields rely on heavy materials, which increase launch...
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Scientists Find Method to “Recharge” Aging Cells Using Nanoflowers
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/subject/biology/scientists-find-method-to-recharge-aging-cells-using-nanoflowersBoost Mitochondria Increased mitochondrial number The treated stem cells showed about a twofold rise in mitochondrial DNA copy number. This indicates that the cells produced many more mitochondria than usual. Activation of mitochondrial biogenesis...
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Why Nails Grow and Do Not Feel Pain: The Science Behind Nail Formation and Pain-Free Trimming
https://www.bioscience.com.pk/en/subject/biology/why-nails-grow-and-do-not-feel-pain-the-science-behind-nail-formation-and-pain-free-trimmingin keratin infrastructure and cellular metabolism, and deficiency is associated with brittle nails. Zinc is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division in the nail matrix, while iron supports oxygen delivery to rapidly dividing cells. However,...