Hormones are organic compounds produced in one part of the body, form which they are transported to other parts where they produce a response. A […]
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Medical Imaging – Furthering Medicine Through Better Diagnoses
One of the most important elements of modern medicine is the diagnostic process especially in medical imaging. Diagnostic errors may result in delayed treatments or […]
Read more10 Amazing Health Benefits of Honey
Honey has been shown to be a natural remedy for many illnesses, dietary conditions, dermatological issues and bacterial infections. The numerous benefits of honey cannot […]
Read moreThyroxine – How the body Controls its Production
The thyroid gland can be taken to illustrate the basic principles of hormonal communication and action. Situated in the neck, the thyroid gland secretes thyroxine, […]
Read more12 Important Functions of the Liver and Its Disease Conditions
The liver is a large, reddish-brown organ which lies just below the diaphragm and partly overlaps the stomach. In addition to a supply of oxygenated […]
Read moreNephroscope – The Ideal Tool For Percutaneous Nephrostomy
Nephroscope is the ideal tool for percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN). It can be used in both pediatric and adult patients. It can be inserted into the […]
Read moreUreteroscope – Working Principles, Advantages and Uses
Ureteroscopy is a procedure under general anesthesia. You may want to ask someone to drive you home after the procedure. Before ureteroscopy, you should take […]
Read moreFunctional Roles of Neurones, Nerves and Myelinated Fibres
The cells which constitute neurones, nerves and the myelinated fibres and indeed the nervous tissue always show branching protoplasmic processes, some of which may be […]
Read moreHow the Body Responds To Total Oxygen Deprivation
Total oxygen deprivation can be fatal to any animal even in a matter of minutes. Sometimes the body responds to this total lack of oxygen […]
Read moreDigestion and Enzymatic Actions of Gastric Juice and Pepsin
When food gets down to the stomach as a result of the peristaltic action of the oesophagus, it is acted upon by gastric juice which […]
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