Laboratory Diagnosis of HSV and Varicella Zoster Virus - Page 2
Tzanck Smear Assay. The Tzanck smear assay is a cytological, morphological examination method that was used for many years for the diagnosis of various skin and mucocutaneous infections with HSV ...
Laboratory Diagnosis of HSV and Varicella Zoster Virus - Page 3
Tzanck smear test Serological test; HSV: A: A: A: C: B: DFA is used for rapid detection in skin/mucous membrane lesions or tissue specimens. Molecular assay is the test of choice for CNS ...
Eczema Herpeticum and Clinical Criteria for Investigating Smallpox
The Tzanck smear must be performed by someone experienced in using the technique and interpreted by someone who can confidently and correctly distinguish herpesvivus nuclear inclusions from ...
Nurse Practitioner's Guide, Herpes Simplex Virus-1 in Children
Another diagnostic method that can be done in the office is the Tzanck smear technique. This method involves scraping the lesions and visualizing the cells under a microscope (see Figure 7 ...
USPSTF Updates Recommendations on Cervical Cancer Screening
2024年12月11日 · The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has posted a draft updated statement on cervical cancer screening. The statement is open for public comment until January 13, 2025, on the task force ...
How Should I Interpret Inflammation on Pap Smear Results?
2001年1月2日 · In either case, a follow-up Pap smear at a 3- to 6-month interval is warranted. Suggested Readings Julian T. The minimally abnormal Pap smear and cervical cancer screening. The Colposcopist. 1993 ...
Mutational Profile Can Help Guide Waldenström Treatment
2024年10月24日 · A specialist applied a novel, nuanced approach to Waldenström macroglobulinemia, based on mutational status.
Rectal Douching Injury in Men Who Have Sex With Men - Medscape
2019年11月21日 · The practice of preparing for sex with an enema, or a 'rectal douche,' is common for gay and bisexual men, but they need to understand how to protect themselves during anal sex.
Brain Metastases From Prostate Cancer - Medscape
Introduction. Prostate cancer (PC) is the most common non-skin cancer among men and the second leading cause of cancer death in the USA, where 240,890 affected men were newly diagnosed and 33,730 ...
Rapid Crystal Dissolution in Gout - Medscape
Monosodium urate crystals dissolve and are eliminated from joints and soft tissues as serum uric acid levels drop below its saturating point (400 μmol/l). Time to crystal clearance relates to ...