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The term used to describe the symptoms of trauma experienced by therapists, first responders, and other individuals involved in treating trauma survivors is known as secondary trauma. It is also occasionally referred to as vicarious trauma.  

A diagnostic examination employed to identify the presence of the cryptococcal organism C. neoformans is known as an India ink test. In this procedure, a dye called India ink is introduced to a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). If the fungi are present, they become discernible as the dye adheres to the protective capsule encompassing…

An innovative respiratory apparatus that offers performance feedback to promote profound inhalation is what we define as a breath-enhancing device.  

A surgically implanted electronic device that continuously monitors the patient’s heart rate and rhythm. In the event of a significantly rapid abnormal heart rate, the device administers electrical energy to restore the heart to a normal rhythm.  

Medications administered to a recipient of a transplant to safeguard against the recipient’s immune system attacking the transplanted organ.  

A cluster of antibodies targeting particular viral infections that flow through the bloodstream. Among them, a specific type of IgG is designed to combat the mumps paramyxovirus.  

A blood examination occasionally employed as an alternative to Western blotting for confirming ELISA outcomes. In an IFA (Immunofluorescence Assay) test, an HIV antigen is combined with a fluorescent substance and subsequently combined with a sample of the patient’s blood. If HIV antibodies are detectable, the mixture will emit fluorescence when observed under ultraviolet light.…

Anything that diminishes the functioning of the immune system.  

A pharmaceutical compound that suppresses immune reactions and reduces inflammation.  

Concentrations or groupings of antigen and antibody intricately intertwined and linked.