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01/02/2026

The most important is to understand the assignment, so that even when it comes in the exam on your own your are able to answer and explain πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

One thing I learnt at University is that you can write an Assignment with a Mouse πŸ–±οΈ only.

🚨 LET'S ANSWER THE QUESTION BELOW:πŸ‘‡ 1) What is anemia?(a) Excess of white blood cells(b) Red blood cells or hemoglobin(c...
01/02/2026

🚨 LET'S ANSWER THE QUESTION BELOW:πŸ‘‡

1) What is anemia?
(a) Excess of white blood cells
(b) Red blood cells or hemoglobin
(c) Excess of platelets
(d) Lack of white blood cells

2) What is the function of hemoglobin?
a) Blood clot
(b) Transport of oxygen
(c) Immune defense
d) Temperature regulation

3) What is leukemia?
a) Autoimmune disease
(b) White cell cancer
(c) Viral infection
d) Cardiovascular disease

4)What's the difference between venous and arterial blood?
a) Oxygenation and pressure
(b) The amount of red cells
(c) Presence of platelets
(d) Glucose level

5) What is hemophilia?
a) Blood clotting disease
b) Autoimmune disease
(c) Red blood cell cancer
(d) Bacterial infection

6) How does blood clot work?
a) Glass construction and formation of thrombium
(b) Vascular dilation and thrombone formation
(c) Release of histamine and thrombone formation
(d) Platelet activation and fibrin formation

7) What is thalassemia?
a) Genetic disease affecting hemoglobin
b) Autoimmune disease affecting the spleen
(c) Red blood cell cancer
(d) Viral infection that affects the immune system

8) What is the role of starch in the hematological system?
(a) Production of red blood cells
(b) Blood filtration and platelet storage
(c) Production of antibodies
(d) Regulation of blood clotting

9) What is a hemogram?
(a) Urine examination
(b) Blood test evaluating blood components
(c) Biopsy of bone marrow
d) Electrocardiogram

Laboratory Technologist Job position due date 27/02/2026
31/01/2026

Laboratory Technologist Job position
due date 27/02/2026

What observations do you make from the urine sample field mounted on Microscope πŸ”¬ below?
31/01/2026

What observations do you make from the urine sample field mounted on Microscope πŸ”¬ below?

We have achieved a milestone of 8K followers.We are grateful for your unwavering support. The accomplishment of reaching...
30/01/2026

We have achieved a milestone of 8K followers.

We are grateful for your unwavering support. The accomplishment of reaching 8K followers is a testament to the collective effort of each one of you. πŸ™πŸ€—πŸŽ‰

Let's sustain our engagement, foster connections with other laboratory personnel within and beyond Zambia, and let's keep interacting and learning from each other through our postings.

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Good morning.Work efficiently and have a successful Friday. Let's persist in delivering high-caliber work that promotes ...
30/01/2026

Good morning.

Work efficiently and have a successful Friday. Let's persist in delivering high-caliber work that promotes quality health.

Fully packed 🀣🀣
28/01/2026

Fully packed 🀣🀣

‼️𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 ππŽπ“πˆπ‚π„β€ΌοΈ πŸ’”πŸ’”With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, I announce the passing of BENSON NYANGA, a beloved former student ...
27/01/2026

‼️𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 ππŽπ“πˆπ‚π„β€ΌοΈ πŸ’”πŸ’”

With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, I announce the passing of BENSON NYANGA, a beloved former student of Ndola College of Biomedical Sciences who completed his Biomedical Programme last year.

Benson was a kind-hearted, dedicated, and passionate soul whose warmth, humility, and determination touched many lives. During his time at the college, he left memories that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.

The cause of his passing remains unknown at this time. We humbly ask that the privacy of his family be respected as they endure this painful and heartbreaking moment.
Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, classmates, and all who are grieving this great loss. Words cannot ease the pain, but his love and impact will live on in our hearts.

May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. πŸ•ŠοΈ

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23/01/2026

How 🧐πŸ₯΄πŸ˜œ

Hey Biomedical Science Zambia fam! πŸ™ŒAs we continue to grow and develop our profession, we want to hear from YOU! πŸ€” What ...
20/01/2026

Hey Biomedical Science Zambia fam! πŸ™Œ

As we continue to grow and develop our profession, we want to hear from YOU! πŸ€” What do you need/expect from the leaders of the Biomedical Society of Zambia to take our society and its members to the next level? πŸ“ˆ

Do you need more CPD opportunities? Better representation in policy discussions? Or maybe more networking events? πŸ“… Or what is it that will make you happy?

Share your thoughts, suggestions, and ideas in the comments below πŸ‘‡. Let's work together to build a stronger, more supportive community for biomedical scientists in Zambia! πŸ’ͺ

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Stool specimen πŸ”¬πŸ§¬πŸ§«πŸ©Έ Read the field captured in the picture below?
19/01/2026

Stool specimen πŸ”¬πŸ§¬πŸ§«πŸ©Έ
Read the field captured in the picture below?

πŸ“Œ CLINICAL CASE: The Laboratory as a Key Piece of Diagnosis πŸ§ͺπŸ”πŸ“ The importance of the pre-analytic phase:Symptomatology ...
19/01/2026

πŸ“Œ CLINICAL CASE: The Laboratory as a Key Piece of Diagnosis πŸ§ͺπŸ”

πŸ“ The importance of the pre-analytic phase:

Symptomatology can be misleading at times. We received a 13-year-old male patient in the ER with 4 days of abdominal pain and vomiting πŸ€’πŸ‘¦. Interestingly, the jaundice in the eyes was not detected in the initial assessment, so only Biometrics and Urine Elemental were requested πŸ“.

1. The Lab "turns on the alarms" 🚨
Upon receiving the samples, the lab professional's clinical eye detected signs impossible to ignore:

β€’ Uroanalysis: Coffee-colored Urine (Pardo).
Pathognomic sign: When shaking the jar, a dense, persistent yellow foam appeared 🧼🟑.

β€’ Serum: Obvious Ictericia after centrifugation (deep amber color) ug✨.

2. Initiative that saves diagnostics πŸ’‘
Noting that there were no liver tests requested, the finding was communicated to the doctor to suggest widening the profile. The results were overwhelming:
β€’ Direct Bilirubin: 4.94 mg/dL (explaining intense coluria).
β€’ Liver Enzymes: TGP at 499.34 U/L and Alkaline Phosphate (ALP) at 1,188.43 U/L.
β€’ Urinary Sediment: Presence of bilirubin crystals (coffee-gold needles) under the microscope πŸ”¬.

3. Final Diagnosis: Acute Hepatitis A Γ³stβœ…

Thanks to this initiative, serology was processed resulting in HAV IgM Positive. A diagnosis that was on the verge of going unnoticed due to a lack of clinical jaundice evident at the entrance.

πŸ’‘ Reflection for the Lab community:

β€œOur work doesn’t end in the machine. If the sample does not match the order, investigate and communicate! πŸ—£οΈπŸ€ Our observation in the pre-analysis phase prevented this patient from returning home with a misdiagnosis. " πŸ§‘πŸ”¬

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