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Haploinsufficient genes show how losing one gene copy can affect brain development, increasing risk for neurodevelopmental disorders and behaviour changes.
Understand how liver function tests assess liver health, what ALT, AST, bilirubin, ALP, albumin, and GGT measure, and why these blood tests matter.
See what kidney function tests measure, including creatinine, eGFR, and urinalysis. Discover how these tests help detect kidney disease and monitor kidney health.
See what thyroid function tests measure, including TSH, Free T3, and Free T4. Learn how these blood tests diagnose thyroid disorders and monitor thyroid health.
Tiny but powerful, basement membranes support cells, regulate barriers, and drive disease when disrupted—key players in health, aging, and cancer.
Epigenetics is transforming how scientists understand the bridge between genes and behavior, opening the door to a new era of mental health treatment.
You probably know this story: Aurora, also known as the Sleeping Beauty, was a kind princess who was cursed by an angry fairy and fell into a deep sleep for years. On her sixteenth birthday, she pricked her finger, and the spell came true. Silence covered the land, and the entire kingdom fell asleep with her. Years later, the spell could be broken by a kiss from a prince.
Let's talk about Type 2 diabetes, its symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and the laboratory tests, including HbA1c and blood glucose, that help detect and monitor the condition.
Learn what dehydration does inside your body from brain function and circulation to temperature control, symptoms, risks, and prevention tips.
The dark fantasy adventure “Alice in Wonderland” has gained widespread appreciation among audiences. However, the Alice in Wonderland Syndrome (AWS), a brain-related condition, is not something anyone would ever love to experience or witness.
What does stress actually do to your body? Explore the neurobiology of the survival response, from the immediate SAM axis to the the HPA axis, and learn how to restore your biological equilibrium.
A future without transplant waitlists? Tissue engineering blends biology and engineering to build living, functional human tissue.
Explaining The Reciprocity Between Your Brain and Your Belly For the past decade, the scientific community has increased its focus on mental health disorders including anxiety, depression,
Out of so many mental disorders, a rare disorder is the Fregoli delusion or Fregoli syndrome (FS), in which an individual holds a delusional belief that different people are in fact a single person, who keeps on changing appearances quickly or is in disguise. People affected with this condition often experience anxiety, paranoia, and agitation. It can impact the patient’s mental health and their safety and the safety of others.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a common genetic disorder in which the heart muscle becomes thicker and stiffer, a condition called hypertrophy. (1) The thickened heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to work properly. Many individuals with HCM do not realize that they have it.
Talk about hepatitis testing, including blood tests for hepatitis A, B, C, D and E, common markers, liver tests, and what positive or negative results mean.
Discover what Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is. Its causes, symptoms, and diagnosis. A clear, research-based guide to this common hormonal disorder.
Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological disorder with classic clinical symptoms such as dementia, cognitive decline, and behavioural changes, particularly in the ageing population.
The gut microbiomeover 100 trillion microorganisms, communicates with the brain via the gut–brain axis, influencing mood, cognition, immunity, and stress regulation. Dysbiosis is linked to depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing its critical role in mental and neurological health.
Depression has affected humans for hundreds of years. Symptoms can include persistent feelings of sadness, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and a loss of interest in social activities. Science doesn’t yet fully understand the causes and effects, but here’s what we do know: the brain is a powerful organ, and it is capable of change. Made up of a wide network of connections, it relies on chemicals, electrical impulses, and billions of neurons. Let’s explore how brain science
