Chromosomes The nucleus of all the body cells contain an identical copy of the individual’s genetic material. RBCs and sex cells(gametes) are the only two exception which does not contains the identical copy. In a cell, chromatin (genetic material) is […]
PROKARYOTIC AND EUKARYOTIC CELLS PROKARYOTIC CELLS All members from Archaea and Bacteria are prokaryotes. They are amongst smallest organisms having diameters in range from 0.5 microns to 2.0 microns. Their surface to volume ratio is 12:4. They are present in […]
SCOPE, IMPORTANCE AND BRANCHES OF MICROBIOLOGY Scope of Microbiology Scope of microbiology can be divided into two dimensions, in which, first can be according to the variety of microbes and second can be according to the types of jobs or […]
STERILIZATION Sterilization is the either killing or removal of all the microorganisms from an object to make it free from any living organism. It also includes killing or removal of bacterial endospores and fungal endospores which are highly resistant in […]
Disorders of Pituitary gland a. Hypersecretion of anterior pituitary hormones:- This condition usually occurs due to excess secretion of growth hormone releasing hormone(GHRH) by the hypothalamus. As the tumor increases in size, all the nearby structure are compressed; which results […]
Disorders of lungs are divided in different categories for better understanding:- 1. Obstructive lung disorders These are characterized by the blockage of the airflow through the airways . The obstruction may be acute or chronic. Different types of disorders under […]
Blood Circulation Circulation of blood is of 3 types- the systemic circulation which takes place between the heart and body cells, pulmonary circulation takes place between heart and lungs and lastly the coronary circulation which takes place within the heart. […]
PANCREAS The pancreas is a pale grey gland which is situated in the epigastric and left hypochondriac region of abdominal cavity. It weighs around 60g and is about 12-15cm long. It consist of broad head, a body and the narrow […]
Minimum Inhibitory Concentration(MIC)|Minimum Bactericidal Concentration|Post Antibiotic Effect Lecture The Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) is defined as the lowest concentration of an antimicrobial ingredient or agent that is bacteriostatic (prevents the visible growth of bacteria). MICs are used to evaluate the […]
Anti Cancer Drug Mechanism- Tyrosine kinase Inhibitors In this lecture Mechanism of action of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor discussed. As well As Pharmacology of Various drugs from this category like Imatinib, Dasatinib, Nilotinib Side effects Mnemonics Discussed for Imatinib. These Targeted […]