DNA sequencing is a laboratory method used to determine the order of the bases within the DNA. … In general, sequencing allows healthcare practitioners to determine if a gene or the region that regulates a gene contains changes, called variants or mutations, that are linked to a disorder. How isRead More →
transitive verb. 1 : to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes the intelligence staff had been infiltrated by spies. 2 : to pass (troops) singly or in small groups through gaps in the enemy line. 3 : to pass into or through (a substance)Read More →
Unexplained weight loss: Patients may experience a lack of appetite and sudden or unexplained weight loss. Stomach pain: Abdominal pain or discomfort above the navel may be a sign of a stomach tumor. Swelling and fluid build up in the abdomen also can be caused by stomach cancer. How doRead More →
The survival of Tasmanian Devils is seriously threatened by Devil Facial Tumour Disease which develops rapidly and is fatal. Once the highly infectious cancerous tumours appear around the mouth, face and neck, the Devils generally die within three to six months. What is devil facial disease? Devil facial tumor diseaseRead More →
Additionally, elevated CRP levels are associated with poor survival in many malignant tumors, such as soft tissue sarcoma, prostate cancer, breast cancer, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal cancer, non-small-cell lung cancer, malignant lymphoma, and pancreatic cancer (10, 13-20). Can ovarian cysts cause high CRP? Conclusion: In this study, the patients withRead More →
Soluble inorganic arsenic can have immediate toxic effects. Ingestion of large amounts can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as severe vomiting, disturbances of the blood and circulation, damage to the nervous system, and eventually death. Can arsenic harm you? Arsenic is a natural metalloid chemical that may be present inRead More →
We work with a vast national network of insurance and managed care companies that cover cancer care. If you have questions about our participation status with a certain managed care plan, call UPMC Managed Care at any of the numbers listed below: 412-623-5849. What does an oncologist? An oncologist isRead More →
Stomach Cancer Is a Serious Cause of Bad Breath. Does colon cancer cause bad breath? Researchers found that those with colorectal cancer had a distinct pattern of chemicals that were linked to tumor activity in their breath. Is bad breath a sign of serious illness? Bad breath can be aRead More →
Now, a team of international investigators have discovered that a rare group of white blood cells called basophils play a critical role in inducing immune responses against infections and preventing the development of sepsis. What does rare white blood cells in stool mean? If you or your child’s results showRead More →
Most often, leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells, but some leukemias start in other blood cell types. There are several types of leukemia, which are divided based mainly on whether the leukemia is acute (fast growing) or chronic (slower growing), and whether it starts in myeloid cellsRead More →