IMMUNOGLOBULIN

An immunoglobulin test measures the level of certain immunoglobulins, or antibodies, in the blood. Antibodies are proteins made by the immune system to fight antigens, such as bacteria, viruses, and toxins. The body makes different immunoglobulins to combat different antigens. For example, the antibody for chickenpox isn’t the same as the antibody for mononucleosis. Sometimes, […]

ANIMAL BITE

Numerous animal species have the potential to bite humans; however the most important are those arising from snakes, dogs, cats and monkeys. Animal bites can get infected if they’re not checked and treated quickly. Always seek medical advice if you have been bitten by an animal and the bite has broken the skin. Animals have […]