Description: PAP is an enzyme that is found in the prostate gland and semen of men. If the prostate isn't working properly then PAP is realed into the blood. PAP determination in conjuction with PSA measurements is useful in assessing the prognosis of prostate cancer. Measurement of two markers allows identificaiton of prostate cancer patients who have an elevation of PAP but not of PSA. This helps monitor the course of the disease and response to treatment.
Description: May be useful when evaluatin for prostate cancer, Paget's disease,hyperparathyroidism with skeletal involvement and Gaucher's disease since elevation in AP activity occur.
Description: This test is used in cancer management of testicular cancer.
Description: This test is used to test the alcohol level recently used.
Description: This test is for abnormal paint, epigastric tenderness, nausea and vomiting. Such findings characterise acute pancreatitis as well as acute surgical emergencies such as gastrointestinal perforation.
Description: a blood test used to help evaluation for autoimmune disorders that affects many tissues and organs throughout the body. Often helps to diagnose systemic lupus erythmetosis.
Description: Is designed to detect the presence of unexpected antibodies against RBCs. It detects atypical IgG antibodies perior to transfusion or during pregnancy.
Description: It comprises 60-70% of the protein content of HDL ( decreased level of serum HDL correlate with increased risl of coronary artery disease & survival rates or risk factors for patients with myocardial infarction). It helps diagnosis of Tagier disease ( Absence of Alpha- lipoprotein).
