Fatima Medical Center & Lab

21/05/2026

08/03/2026

March 8 is International Women's Day (IWD), a global holiday celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while advocating for gender equality. In 2026, it falls on a Sunday and is marked by worldwide rallies, the Aurat March in Pakistan, and events to promote women's rights and parity.

Key Details About March 8:
Significance: IWD honors women's achievements and raises awareness of the need for gender equality.
Origins: Rooted in the early 20th-century labor movement, it was formally adopted by the UN in 1977.
Activities: Events include demonstrations for women's rights, corporate, events, and cultural celebrations, often featuring themes of empowerment.
Calendar: It is the 67th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.

For 2026, many organizations and governments are hosting events to celebrate the day and discuss future opportunities for women.

06/02/2026

🧪 Metabolic Profile میں عام طور پر یہ ٹیسٹ شامل ہوتے ہیں:

1️⃣ Blood Sugar
• Fasting / Random
‎ • شوگر (Diabetes) چیک کرنے کے لیے

2️⃣ Urea
• گردوں (Kidneys) کی کارکردگی دیکھنے کے لیے

3️⃣ Creatinine
• گردوں کا اہم ٹیسٹ

4️⃣ Electrolytes
• Sodium (Na⁺)
• Potassium (K⁺)
• Chloride (Cl⁻)
➡️ جسم میں نمکیات اور پانی کا بیلنس چیک ہوتا ہے

5️⃣ Calcium
• ہڈیوں، پٹھوں اور اعصاب کے لیے ضروری

6️⃣ Uric Acid
• جوڑوں کے درد، گٹھیا (Gout) میں اہم

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🔍 Metabolic Profile کیوں کروایا جاتا ہے؟
• شوگر کے مریضوں کی مانیٹرنگ
• گردوں کی بیماری
• کمزوری، تھکن
• بلڈ پریشر
• پانی یا نمکیات کی کمی/زیادتی

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28/01/2026

CA 125 (Cancer Antigen 125) is a protein that is often measured in the blood and used as a tumor marker, especially in the context of ovarian cancer.

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🔬 What is CA 125?

Full Name: Cancer Antigen 125

Type: Glycoprotein

Produced by: Cells derived from coelomic epithelium (e.g., ovaries, peritoneum, pleura, and pericardium).

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🩺 Clinical Use of CA 125:

Purpose Details

1. Tumor Marker Most commonly associated with epithelial ovarian cancer.
2. Monitoring Used to monitor response to treatment and recurrence in patients already diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
3. Not for Screening Alone Not specific or sensitive enough to be used as a general screening test for ovarian cancer.

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📈 Normal and Abnormal Levels:

Normal range: Usually < 35 U/mL

Elevated CA 125 can occur in:

Ovarian cancer

Endometriosis

Uterine fibroids

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

Liver disease

Pregnancy

Menstruation
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⚠️ Limitations:

Not cancer-specific: Can be elevated in non-cancerous conditions.

Not useful in all ovarian cancers: Some types do not produce CA 125.

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🧪 Test Method:

Blood test (usually immunoassay-based).

✅ Purpose:

To measure the concentration of CA 125 antigen in the blood, which can help monitor ovarian cancer and other related conditions.

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🧷 Sample Type:

Venous blood sample

Collected in a plain (red-top) or serum separator tube (SST / gold-top)

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🧫 Step-by-Step Procedure:

1. Patient Preparation

No fasting required.

Explain the procedure to the patient.

Confirm identity and consent.

2. Sample Collection

Use standard venipuncture technique.

Collect 3–5 mL of blood into the appropriate tube.

Let it clot at room temperature (~30 minutes if using a plain tube).

3. Centrifugation

Centrifuge the sample at 3000 rpm for 10–15 minutes.

Separate the serum carefully without disturbing the clot.

4. Storage (if not tested immediately)

Store serum at 2–8°C for up to 48 hours, or freeze at -20°C for longer storage.

5. Testing Method

Most commonly performed using:

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA) — e.g., on Roche Cobas analyzers

Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA) — e.g., on Abbott Architect analyzers

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🔍 Principle (e.g., ELISA-based Method):

1. Wells are coated with anti-CA 125 antibody.

2. Add serum sample → CA 125 antigen binds to antibody.

3. Add enzyme-linked secondary antibody → forms antigen-antibody-enzyme complex.

4. Add substrate → enzyme acts on substrate to produce color reaction.

5. Measure the optical density (OD) in a microplate reader.

6. Compare with standard curve to calculate CA 125 concentration.

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📊 Reference Range:

Normal: < 35 U/mL

Elevated: > 35 U/mL (interpret with clinical context)

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⚠️ Quality Control

Use low and high controls with each run.

Ensure calibrators are up to date.

Run duplicates if needed.

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📌 Summary:

CA 125 is most useful for:

Monitoring known ovarian cancer

Detecting recurrence

Sometimes used in conjunction with transvaginal ultrasound or other markers like HE4 and ROMA index.

27/01/2026

Here is a complete Vitamin & Mineral Profile including Iron tests — useful for fatigue, weakness, anemia, nerve health, immunity, and nutritional assessment.

23/01/2026

Early detection allows better disease management and helps prevent long-term complications. At Fatima Lab, comprehensive thyroid testing helps in early and accurate diagnosis, including:

* TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
* T3 & T4 hormone levels
* Complete Thyroid Profile / Panel

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