How to interpret your Liver Blood Test Results?
Liver tests are common blood tests used to determine if the liver is functioning normally. The blood samples for the liver tests are drawn from a…
HealthMatters.io · May 10
Biomarkers
HealthMatters.io · May 10
What does UIBC mean?
UIBC: Blood Test, Reference Range, Normal Value UIBC stands for ‘Unsaturated iron-binding capacity‘. Unsaturated iron-binding capacity (UIBC) is a blood test most frequently used…
HealthMatters.io · May 9
What does a Complete Blood Count (CBC) tell you about your health?
A CBC, also known as a complete blood count, is a common blood test performed on patients on a regular basis (annually or every…
HealthMatters.io · May 8
What the heck is the difference between Folic Acid, Folate and Vitamin B9?
Vitamin B9 is an essential nutrient, mainly present as folate and folic acid. It is commonly taken in supplements, and is even added to…
HealthMatters.io · Apr 7
What the heck are Thyroglobulin Antibodies
Thyroglobulin antibodies are antibodies that recognize and bind to thyroglobulin, interfering with its function.
HealthMatters.io · Apr 7
What is Red cell distribution width (RDW-SD and RDW-CV)?
Red cell distribution width (abbreviated as RDW) is a measurement of the amount that red blood cells vary in size. Red blood cells help carry oxygen in the…
HealthMatters.io · Jul 24
What is “Potassium”?
Potassium is an essential mineral and electrolyte – a mineral that dissolves in water and carries an electrical charge – that helps control fluid…
HealthMatters.io · Jun 8
What is “Sodium”?
Often sodium is not seen as a helpful nutrient. Although it has a bad reputation, sodium is actually a very essential electrolyte. Together with potassium, sodium…
HealthMatters.io · Jun 3
Yoga and Cortisol
Yoga is associated with lowering of cortisol and general stress levels. A study from 2013 by the Department of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health and…
HealthMatters.io · Jun 1
What is “Calcium”?
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. An average healthy male contains 2.5 to 3 pounds of calcium, while an average healthy…
HealthMatters.io · May 29