Nov 4, 2019 | General Health, Genetic Analysis, Health Hub
Genetic counselling provides people with information about genetics and risks, the benefits, possibilities and limitations of genetic testing, potential outcomes of testing and management options.As the field of genetics continues to expand, genetic counsellors are...Nov 4, 2019 | General Health, Genetic Analysis, Health Hub
Your doctor/genetic counsellor has ordered an Invitae genetic test for you or your child through PathCare. invitae Laboratory, based in the USA, will be performing your testing and PathCare is here to coordinate the process. The attached information will guide you...Nov 4, 2019 | General Health, Health Hub
Bone marrow examinations are mainly used to help diagnose and assess various blood disorders. Establish the indication for doing the bone marrow examination with your treating physician. Bone marrow is the spongy tissue and fluid which is inside the larger bones in...Oct 2, 2019 | General Health, Health Hub
Cardiovascular disease (including coronary heart disease and stroke) is the leading cause of death in developed countries. In South Africa, it is second to HIV/AIDS. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) often exists without any symptoms and the first sign may be a heart...Oct 2, 2019 | General Health, Health Hub, Infectious Diseases
A sweat test measures the amount of salt in the sweat of the patient. It is used to diagnose cystic fibrosis (CF). Patients with CF have high levels of salt in their sweat. CF is a disease that causes mucus build-up in the lungs and other organs. It damages the lungs...