Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Causes

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Overview Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an inflammation of the female reproductive organs. Most cases result from an untreated infection in the vagina or cervix that spreads. PID can affect the uterus, or womb, the fallopian tubes, the ovaries, or a combination. It can lead to scar formations with fibrous bands that […]

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexually Transmitted Infections Overview Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) usually pass from one person to another through sexual contact. Examples include chlamydia, crabs, and genital herpes. Treatment can depend on the type of STI. HIV has other routes of transmission. For example, this STI can spread through the use of unsterilized drug needles as well as […]

Risks of Transvaginal Ultrasounds

Transvaginal Ultrasounds Overview A transvaginal, or endovaginal, ultrasound is a safe, straightforward way for doctors to examine the internal organs of the female pelvic region. Transvaginal ultrasounds typically do not cause pain. An ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of internal organs. A doctor may order a transvaginal ultrasound to help […]

Types of Acute Coronary Syndrome

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Overview Acute coronary syndrome describes a range of conditions associated with sudden, reduced blood flow to the heart. Doctors may also refer to the condition using the abbreviation “ACS”. The blockage can be sudden and occur in one instant, or it may come and go over a period of time. ACS […]

Metabolic Syndrome Serum Samples

Bay Biosciences provides high-quality, fresh frozen, PBMC’s, with matched fresh frozen sera (serum), plasma, bio-fluids from male and female patients diagnosed with metabolic syndrome. The sera (serum), plasma and PBMC bio-fluid specimens are processed from metabolic syndrome patient’s peripheral whole-blood using customized collection and processing protocols. Metabolic Syndrome Overview Metabolic syndrome is a condition that appears to increase the risk of […]