[presto_player id=1579] Discussion on technique, methods, and characteristic features of CRP ESR, NLR by Dr. Renuka. ESR is a prognostic test useful in monitoring inflammatory disease and response to therapy. CRP is a predictive marker in atherosclerosis, CHF, Atrial fibrillation, myocarditis, aortic valve disease, and heart transplantation as it is a clinical measure of inflammation … Read more
[presto_player id=1332] Dr. Renuka discussed investigative methods and applications of Rheumatoid factor (RF), Anti-CCP & new autoantibodies in Rheumatology. RF and Anti-CCP are remarkable antibodies currently used in the diagnosis and provide different clinical and pathophysiological information. Anti-CCP is more specific and has a high predictive value for RA development compared to RF. Dr. Chandrashekara. … Read more
[presto_player id=1042] Dr. Renuka discussed the different methods used to detect ANA and its application in the diagnosis of different diseases, and the patterns of ANA and ANA report guidelines were discussed. Newer techniques to detect ANA, Hep 2 pattern cells, prognosis & systemic sclerosis association with autoantibodies were discussed. IIF method is better than … Read more