Medical Laboratory Tests and Biomarkers Quiz

Measures average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months.

Indicates heart muscle injury, commonly used in diagnosing heart attacks.

High levels may indicate kidney damage or disease, used in assessing renal function.

CRP levels increase during inflammation, aiding in diagnosing infections or chronic inflammatory conditions.

ESR measures the rate at which red blood cells settle in a tube, elevated in inflammation and autoimmune diseases.

ALT levels rise with liver damage, commonly used in diagnosing liver diseases like hepatitis.

Measures TSH levels, aiding in diagnosing thyroid dysfunction like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

Assesses how long blood takes to clot, aiding in diagnosing bleeding or clotting disorders.

AST is an enzyme indicating liver, heart, or muscle damage; not specifically a tumor marker.

Mutations in BRCA1 increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer.

An enzyme indicating tissue damage or disease, including heart attack or liver disease.

Assesses cholesterol and triglyceride levels, aiding in assessing cardiovascular health.

Elevated levels may indicate ovarian cancer, but not definitive for diagnosis.

Identifies various substances in urine, aiding in diagnosing urinary tract infections, kidney diseases, and other conditions.

A technique amplifying DNA, crucial in genetic testing and diagnostics.

Detects both HIV antigens and antibodies, enabling earlier detection of infection.

Amplifies DNA sequences, crucial for identifying genetic variations and pathogens.

Cultures microorganisms to determine the most effective antibiotic or antifungal treatment.

Evaluates oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, acidity, and other parameters, aiding in diagnosing respiratory and metabolic disorders.