During pregnancy, every expectant parent certainly wants to ensure their baby grows healthily from the womb. One important step to support this is by undergoing Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT), a recent innovation in early detection of genetic disorders in the fetus. NIPT is a screening method that analyzes fetal DNA fragments found in the pregnant mother's blood. Through this advanced technology, NIPT can detect the risk of various chromosomal abnormalities such as trisomy 21 (Down synd...

Jaundice or yellowing in babies is a common condition that often occurs in the first few days of a newborn’s life. This condition is marked by a yellow discoloration of the skin and the whites of the eyes. The main cause is an increased level of bilirubin, a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells that has not yet been efficiently processed by the baby's still-developing liver. PRAMITA friends need to know that while mild jaundice is physiological and may resolve naturally, some c...

Not all foods that look healthy are suitable for the body. Some types of food can trigger unnoticed immune reactions, leading to various symptoms such as skin complaints, digestive issues, and mood changes. The Food Detective test is a fast, practical, and accurate solution to help PRAMITA friends identify foods that may cause hidden health problems. What is the Difference Between Allergy and Food Sensitivity? Food allergy is an immune reaction that occurs quickly and is usually mediated by...

Early Cervical Cancer Detection Is Now as Easy as a Urine Test Dear Sahabat PRAMITA, Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting Indonesian women. Ranking second after breast cancer, it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage due to the absence of early symptoms. In fact, over 90% of cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection, which is detectable early. Now, screening is easier than ever. The HPV DNA urine test offers a practical, co...

Fertility is one of the most important aspects of a woman's life, especially for those planning a pregnancy or undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF). One of the most reliable hormone tests to evaluate ovarian reserve is the AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) test. AMH is a hormone produced by the follicle cells in the ovaries and reflects the number of remaining egg reserves in a woman. The higher the AMH level, generally the better the fertility potential, although it does not always correlate w...

Dear Sahabat PRAMITA, Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health concern requiring serious attention. Not only those with symptoms, but latent TB infection (LTBI) also poses a challenge because it shows no physical signs yet can progress into active TB. One of the modern methods to detect it is the Interferon Gamma Release Assays (IGRA) test. IGRA works by measuring the immune system's response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the blood. When someone is infected, specific T cells in the body...