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Antenatal Care Profile Tests: Ensuring a healthy pregnancy

Family & Sexual Health / March 26, 2026 / By Joseph Mwaura,MD

Introduction to Antenatal Care Profile The Antenatal Care Profile refers to several laboratory tests performed during pregnancy. They form part of a comprehensive package of care for pregnant women aimed at ensuring a healthy pregnancy and newborn. Why are Antenatal Care Profile tests done? Newborn Screening in Kenya: Opportunities in the Context ofSexually Transmitted […]

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Travel Medical Testing in Kenya

Travel & Infectious Diseases / March 26, 2026 / By Joseph Mwaura,MD

Travel Medicine and Medical Testing in Kenya Travel medicine is a field that focuses on preventing and treating health issues related to travel, providing accurate information and medical services to travelers. At Labtest Zote Network, we have seen an increasing number of inquiries on travel related testing, and this article is intended to provide a

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Retinoblastoma in Kenya : The Most Common Eye Cancer In Children

Cancer & Non-communicable Diseases / March 26, 2026 / By Joseph Mwaura,MD

What is retinoblastoma? Recently, I came across 2 cases of retinoblastoma. It’s unusual to see 2 in one session, and a casual look at recent numbers in our centre revealed a steady increase in the number of this now not-so-rare childhood cancer. (see the image of the specimen below) Retinoblastoma is a rare type of

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