Dear PRAMITA friends who are new parents, you’ve probably wondered: “Is it safe to take a baby on a plane?” Especially if there’s a need to travel far and leaving the little one at home isn’t an option. The answer: yes, as long as the timing and preparation are right! In general, healthy babies can fly with their parents. Some airlines even allow babies as young as two days old to board a flight. But many experts recommend waiting until the baby is at least 4–6 weeks old. Why? Because at that...

Must Know About SGOT and SGPT: Essential Tests to Check Liver Function Dear PRAMITA friends, the liver is a vital organ that works daily to filter toxins, aid digestion, and store energy. To determine whether the liver is functioning well or not, one of the steps that can be taken is the SGOT and SGPT tests. SGOT and SGPT are two types of enzymes usually found in small amounts in the blood. However, if liver cells are damaged, these enzymes can leak into the bloodstream and their levels in...

Hello PRAMITA Friends, Leukemia, or blood cancer, can affect both children and adults. In its early stages, this condition often shows no symptoms, making it easy to miss. In advanced stages, symptoms may include fatigue, significant weight loss, prolonged fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Because these symptoms are general and non-specific, early detection through laboratory testing becomes an essential step to improve recovery chances. Recommended Examinations Complete Blood Count (CB...

Have you ever heard of Leukemia? This disease is a type of blood cancer caused by a malfunction in the bone marrow, where white blood cells are produced excessively and abnormally. Global & National Facts about Leukemia According to WHO, in 2024 there were 487,000 new leukemia cases worldwide, with 305,000 deaths attributed to the disease. Leukemia is commonly found in Asian countries, including Indonesia. In Indonesia alone, over the past 5 years, there have been 35,000 reported cases...

Many PRAMITA friends are still confused: is it true that cucumbers should be avoided during menstruation because they can cause problems like vaginal discharge, cysts, or even uterine cancer? The answer: that is just a myth. Cucumber is a fruit rich in water (about 95%) and contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, C, K, magnesium, and folate. In fact, these nutrients are beneficial for maintaining fluid balance, relieving menstrual cramps, and supporting the immune system....

Have you ever wondered why doctors often request a complete blood test during a health check? The answer is simple: because blood stores a lot of important information about your body’s condition. A complete blood test, or complete hematology, is a basic test that provides a general overview of a person's health. Through just one blood sample, many things can be detected—ranging from signs of infection, anemia, to potential immune system disorders. This test examines three main components...