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What is the function of bovine serum albumin?

What is the function of bovine serum albumin?

Bovine serum albumin promotes the growth of small inocula of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in media containing unesterified fatty acids. Albumin binds fatty acids present in concentrations toxic for the organisms.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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What is a liver test?

Liver function tests are blood tests that measure different enzymes, proteins, and other substances made by the liver.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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Why do TB patients have to do liver blood test regularly?

Tuberculosis can affect the liver in three forms. The most common form is diffuse hepatic involvement, seen along with pulmonary or miliary tuberculosis. The second is granulomatous hepatitis and the third, a much rarer form presents as focal/local tuberculoma or abscess.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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How will jaundice affect or lead to liver cancer?

A few scientists suggest that jaundice is a symptom of more advanced liver cancers. This type of jaundice typically represents the cancer growing and blocking bile from draining as it should. However, liver cancer is not the only cause of jaundice.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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If there is a defect in the liver, how do you identify it?

Frequent nausea, fluid retention, and feeling unwell can indicate early stage liver diseases.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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Does ecstasy show up in a liver function blood test?

No. However, repeated or the excess dose of drugs can show up in the liver enzymes.

Last updated on 07 Aug 2023

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