Elitepath Laboratory

12/11/2025

12/11/2025

Men, Don’t Ignore This Test! — Understanding Semen M/C/S 🧪
Many men think infertility or poor bedroom performance just “happens”…
But sometimes, the real problem is hidden infection inside the semen! 😳
That’s where the Semen M/C/S test comes in —
It simply means Microscopy, Culture & Sensitivity — a test that checks your semen to:
👉 Detect infection
👉 Identify the germ causing it
👉 Show the best antibiotic for treatment
🧬 What We Look For:
🔹 Microscopy — checks for pus cells, bacteria, or yeast
🔹 Culture — grows any germs present
🔹 Sensitivity — tells which drugs will fight the infection effectively
💡 Why You Should Care:
Hidden infection can affect s***m quality and fertility
It can cause painful ej*******on, discharge, or weak er****on
It can also be passed to your partner silently!
🧍‍♂️ Before the Test:
✔️ Abstain from s*x for 2–5 days
✔️ Wash hands and ge****ls before collection
✔️ Collect by ma********on into a sterile container (no condom, no lubricant)
✔️ Send to the lab within 30 minutes

06/11/2025

Staphylococcus aureus can produce V factor, which promotes the growth of Haemophilus influenzae. Therefore, on a blood agar plate, Haemophilus influenzae can grow in areas close to S. aureus, but not in areas far from it.
Test method: Adjust the turbidity to 0.5 McFarland, densely streak the blood agar plate, and then use the quality control strain S. aureus ATCC 25923 to make a single vertical streak.

05/08/2025

Uterus removal (called a hysterectomy) is a surgical procedure where all or part of the uterus is removed. It may be done for several medical reasons, including uterine fibroids, cancer, endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, or heavy bleeding.

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TYPES OF HYSTERECTOMY

1. Total hysterectomy – removes the uterus and cervix.

2. Subtotal (partial) hysterectomy – removes the uterus but leaves the cervix.

3. Radical hysterectomy – removes the uterus, cervix, upper va**na, and surrounding tissues (often for cancer).

4. Hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy – removes the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.

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POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS AND COMPLICATIONS

Short-term (Post-Surgery) Side Effects:

Pain and discomfort

Vaginal bleeding or discharge

Fatigue and weakness

Risk of infection

Constipation or urinary issues

Blood clots (rare but serious)

Reaction to anesthesia

Long-term Side Effects:

1. Loss of fertility

A woman can no longer become pregnant after a hysterectomy.

2. Hormonal changes (if ovaries are removed)

Sudden menopause (if premenopausal)

Hot flashes

Night sweats

Vaginal dryness

Mood swings

Decreased libido

3. Pelvic floor weakness

May lead to issues like va**nal prolapse or urinary incontinence in some women.

4. Emotional or psychological impact

Some women feel grief, depression, or a sense of loss—especially if done before natural menopause.

5. Changes in s*xual function

Some women report reduced sensation or desire.

Others report improvement if previous symptoms (pain, bleeding) were affecting s*x life.

6. Weight gain or fatigue

Can occur due to hormonal imbalance or reduced physical activity during recovery.

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RECOVERY

Hospital stay: 1–3 days (depends on surgical method).

Full recovery: 6–8 weeks (may be less with minimally invasive surgery).

Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity during recovery.

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LIFESTYLE AND MANAGEMENT POST-HYSTERECTOMY

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be offered if ovaries are removed.

UTERUS REMOVAL

Pelvic floor exercises (e.g., Kegels) help maintain strength.

Healthy diet and physical activity support overall well-being.