The Diary of a MLO @DiaryOFanMLO

Medical Laboratory Scientist | Hospital-Based Diagnostic Expert | Featured by AKMLSO | Committed to Quality, Accuracy & Patient-Centered Care laboratorymedicine.bkl.com Nairobi, Kenya Joined July 2025

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The Diary of a MLO @DiaryOFanMLO

2 months ago

Attended LMSK webinar on COVID-19: Lessons & Lab Preparedness. Dr. David N. Maelo delivered powerful insights—timely as Kenya faces outbreaks like Mpox. Labs must stay ready. No outbreak knocks. #COVID19 #Mpox #LMSK #LabPreparedness #MedicalLaboratory

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2 months ago

🔬 CA (Cancer Antigen) tests like CA-125, CA 19-9, & CA 15-3 aid in monitoring cancer—not diagnosis. Doctors request them to track treatment response & recurrence. Always interpret with clinical context. #LabMedicine #TumorMarkers #CA125 #Oncology #MedLab

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2 months ago

🔬Bilirubin crystals

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2 months ago

🔬 Bilirubin crystals in acidic urine? Think liver pathology—hepatitis, obstruction, or cirrhosis. Golden-yellow, refractile, and diagnostic when paired with positive dipstick bilirubin. Tiny crystals, BIG clues. 🧪 #Urinalysis #LabMed #MLScorner #LFT

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2 months ago

🔬 Calcium oxalate crystals in urine? 🧫 COD = envelope-shaped 🧫 COM = dumbbell/picket-fence Clinically linked to: Kidney stones Hyperoxaluria Ethylene glycol poisoning Persistent crystals = clue to dig deeper. #Urinalysis #MedLab #KidneyHealth #LabMedicine

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2 months ago

#Urinalysis # Hippuric acid crystals

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2 months ago

🔬 Rare but real: Hippuric acid crystals in urinalysis appear in acidic urine, often linked to diet or solvent exposure. While usually benign, they remind us that microscopy matters — every detail counts in the lab. #MedLab #Urinalysis #LabTech #Pathology

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3 months ago

Leucine crystals under a microscope

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3 months ago

🔬 Urine Microscopy Finding Leucine crystals: yellow-brown, oily spheres with concentric rings & radial striations. Rare but important—seen in severe liver disease & MSUD. Spotting them can guide diagnosis of metabolic disorders. #LabMedicine #Urinalysis #Pathology #MedEd

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3 months ago

To the Medical Laboratory fraternity: 🧪 You are the backbone of diagnostic healthcare. 🔬 Your work saves lives — often without the spotlight. We see you. We appreciate you. #MedicalLaboratoryScience #LabStrong #Urinalysis #MedLabPower #PatientCare

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3 months ago

Urinalysis is one of the most commonly ordered lab tests — and one of the most informative. From a single sample, it can detect: 🔹 Kidney disease 🔹 Urinary tract infections 🔹 Diabetes 🔹 Liver dysfunction 🔹 Dehydration #MedLabScience #Diagnostics

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3 months ago

🧪 What is a D-dimer test, and why does it matter? This test helps detect abnormal blood clotting in conditions like DVT, PE & DIC. It's fast, powerful — and behind it are skilled Medical Laboratory Scientists. Here's what you should know 🧵👇 #MedLab #DDimer

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3 months ago

From coagulation to cancer markers, Medical Lab Scientists are behind almost every diagnosis. We don’t just work in the lab — we bridge science and life-saving care. #MedLabWeek #DDimer #LaboratoryScience #HealthcareTeam

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3 months ago

Medical Laboratory Scientists perform vital cardiac tests—CK-MB, Troponin I, NT-proBNP & Lp-PLA2—to detect heart attacks, failure & inflammation. Behind the scenes, their work saves lives. #MedLab #CardiacCare #Troponin #Diagnostics #LabHeroes

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3 months ago

Inflammation tests such as CRP, ESR, PCT, SAA, Ferritin, and IL-6 play a vital role in diagnosing infections, autoimmune conditions, and sepsis. These biomarkers support timely, accurate clinical decisions and improve patient outcomes. #MedLab #Diagnostics #Healthcare

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3 months ago

Tumor markers like PSA, f-PSA, AFP, and CEA play a vital role in cancer screening, diagnosis & monitoring. While not diagnostic alone, these tests guide clinicians in assessing risk, treatment response & recurrence. Precision in lab testing saves lives. #MedLab #Oncology

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3 months ago

"Fertility tests aren’t just for those trying to conceive—they’re vital health checks. Hormones, ovarian reserve, sperm quality—these matter. Early testing empowers smarter choices. Advocate for access. #FertilityHealth #ReproRights #KnowYourNumbers"

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3 months ago

🧬 Behind every diagnosis is a lab result.Medical Laboratory Scientists work quietly behind the scenes—analyzing blood, tissues & fluids—to provide the data doctors rely on to save lives.It’s time we recognize the science behind patient care. 🔬#LabMedicine