Acute kidney injury

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function over a short period, usually a few hours to a few days. Due to its rapid onset, it is not easily detected. This is because the normal renal function tests; serum creatinine and glomerular filtration rate, only reflect the problem in later stages of AKI. Novel biomarkers have been discovered which help to manage the kidney injury, and to prevent renal failure. At Flow Cytometry Centre, we utilise these biomarkers to better assist the diagnosis and treatment of the patient.

Traumatic brain injury

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a type of injury to the brain caused by an external force, such as a blow or jolt to the head during an accident, or an object penetrating the skull (like a bullet). TBIs can range from mild, often referred to as concussions, to severe, which can lead to significant brain damage and long-term complications or death. The assessment of TBIs typically involves the Glasgow coma scale to evaluate the state of the patient and subsequent CT-scans to check for any complications like intracranial lesions. Most TBIs tend to be mild and a CT-scan may not be required but it is still performed as a precaution. At Flow Cytometry Centre, we use a novel biomarker which evaluates the need for a CT-scan in mild TBIs and this saves both time and money for the patient.