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DNA Paternity Testing in Kenya: Everything you need to know (Updated 2024)

Molecular Pathology / March 23, 2024

Introduction to Paternity Testing DNA Paternity testing is the use of DNA profiles to determine whether an individual is the biological parent of another. It’s the most reliable method of paternity testing, with accuracy typically above 99.99%Paternity testing has been on the increase in Kenya, and in this article we’ll dive into details of the […]

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Tumor Markers: Unraveling secrets to Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment.

Cancer Tests, Diseases, Molecular Pathology / March 10, 2024

What are Tumor Markers? Cancer is a complex disease that can be difficult to diagnose and treat. One tool that doctors use to help diagnose and monitor cancer is tumor markers. Tumor markers are substances found in higher-than-normal levels in the blood, urine, or tissues of some people with certain cancers. These substances, which are

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Diagnosis of Leukemia: The Critical role of Laboratory tests

Cancer Tests, Diseases, Molecular Pathology / November 22, 2023

What is Leukemia? Often referred to as blood cancer, leukaemia is the excessive proliferation of abnormal white blood cells in the bone marrow. The abnormal cells spill over to the bloodstream and onto other organs. In this post, we will explore the critical role laboratory investigations play in the diagnosis of leukemias Leukaemia can occur

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Immunohistochemistry -IHC profiles of 8 commonest Cancers in Kenya

Molecular Pathology / November 12, 2023

Introduction: Immunohistochemistry for Cancer Diagnosis We have covered the introduction to IHC here In this post, we will cover in brief typical IHC profiles for common tumor types in Kenya. A. Breast Cancer: Cytokeratin 8/18 (CK8/18): Positive in most breast carcinomas, helps identify epithelial origin. Estrogen Receptor (ER) and Progesterone Receptor (PR): Positive in hormone

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Understanding the Outcomes of DNA Paternity Tests: 3 Possibilities You Need to Know

DNA Testing, Molecular Pathology / November 12, 2023

Understanding the Outcomes of DNA Paternity Tests When it comes to matters of paternity, DNA testing has become an invaluable tool for clarity and truth. The outcomes of DNA paternity tests hold the key to resolving uncertainties and establishing biological relationships. In this article, we’ll explore the possible results of these tests: “alleged father included,”

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