Neoplasm: What is, Causes, Effects, Types and Treatment

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A tumor literally means swelling of tissue. A Neoplasm is strictly defined as an uncoordinated proliferation of tissues, the growth of which persists in an unlimited fashion, even after the removal of the stimulus that causes the change.   The term Neoplasm is a Greek word which means Noes-New, plasma-tissue Types of Neoplasm A benign tumor …

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What is the Importance of history Taking in oral healthcare

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History taking in medicine is a collection of biodata of the patient or it is often referred to as vital information of the patient.  This starts right from the registry (card room) which includes but not limited to: Name – For easy identification. Age – Timing of treatment-related with age is very important. Sex – …

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Understanding Urinalysis Tests and urine in the laboratory

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Your health evaluation is incomplete without the findings of laboratory tests of blood and urine. Your doctor or his assistant may give special instructions about food and water intake well in advance of the time you are going to deliver your specimen because those factors can influence the chemical makeup of your sample. Laboratory Tests …

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