Gastro

Anatomy 30 Jan 2006

Gastrointestinal system anatomy

The human digestive system includes all the gastrointestinal organs, including the mouth, stomach, intestines and other organs involved in digestion.

Anatomy 28 Dec 2005

What is cancer?

Anatomical information about cancer, abnormal cell growth and division caused by genetics and carcinogens, and cancer tumour classification or staging.

Children's health 15 Dec 2005

Food allergy

Food allergies are common in children and adults. Peanuts, milk and dairy products, eggs, meat and fish are the most common food allergens.

Blood 14 Dec 2005

LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol Lowering

Low density lipoprotein cholesterol lowering therapies are used to treat high cholesterol levels and reduce the progression of heart disease.

Cancer 03 Oct 2005

Cachexia

Cachexia refers to rapid wasting of muscles and tissues which cannot be explained by under-nutrition alone. It is a common complication of cancer and AIDS.

Bone 03 Oct 2005

3D Magnetic Resonance Imaging (3D MRI)

MRI scans can produce 3-dimensional images of internal body structures to diagnose nerve, heart, bone and blood vessel conditions.

Children's health 24 Sep 2005

Jaundice

Jaundice results from excesive blood bilirubin levels, and may be a symptom of liver failure or disease, or bile duct disorders such as gallstones.

Blood 30 Aug 2005

Full blood count (FBC; full blood test; complete blood count; CBC)

A full blood count (FBC) is a very common procedure and often the starting point for medical investigations. FBCs test for blood disorders or abnormalities, and…