Content: Ever had a small cut that just wouldn't stop bleeding? Or woke up with mysterious bruises without bumping into anything? These could be red flags indicating an issue with the body's blood clotting system (coagulation). The medical way to check this is through PT (Prothrombin Time) and APTT (Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time) tests. In this edition of Labpedia, let's break it down. The body has a complex mechanism to clot blood and prevent excessive bleeding. PT evaluates the extr...

For many of us, the morning doesn't start until that first sip of coffee hits the system. But as Ramadan approaches, that caffeine dependency can turn into a nightmare on the first day of fasting. The splitting headache, irritability, and brain fog you feel aren't just hunger—they are classic signs of Caffeine Withdrawal. When you abruptly cut off caffeine, your brain's blood vessels dilate, causing pressure and pain. To avoid crashing during your first week of fasting, experts recommend a "T...

Safe fasting means smooth worship and a healthy body. To achieve this, preparation is necessary. Before Ramadan, check your health to ensure your worship goes smoothly without the drama of weakness, stomach ulcers, or low blood sugar. At PRAMITA, PRAMITA Friends can have: Complete Blood Test, Complete Urine Test, Liver Function Test, Kidney Function Test, Lipid Profile, Blood Sugar Test, Electrolyte Test, as well as UBT (Urea Breath Test) and Helicobacter pylori Test for those with a histor...

Ramadan is not just about holding back hunger and thirst. If the body isn’t properly prepared, it can lead to dehydration, recurring gastritis, low blood sugar, and even constipation. Fasting can still go smoothly as long as you manage suhoor, iftar, and fluid intake wisely. Your worship stays on track, and your body stays safe. Let’s take care of our health during Ramadan, so we can stay focused on worship without any health drama.

Do you often feel persistently tired—chronic fatigue—even after getting enough sleep? Or notice that your skin looks paler than usual? Don’t rush to blame a packed class schedule or a heavy workload. Your body may be signaling an iron imbalance, which can be identified through a Serum Iron test. In medical practice, a Serum Iron test is a blood test that measures the amount of iron bound in the serum (the liquid portion of blood). This test is essential because iron is a key fuel the body nee...

Binge-watching—the act of consuming entire seasons of a show in a single sitting—has become the ultimate chill activity of the digital age. But what exactly are the long-term consequences of turning your weekend into a screen marathon? What Binge Watching Is (A Simple Definition) Binge-watching culture is driven by the ease of streaming platforms (Netflix, HBO, etc.). It is fueled by instant gratification, allowing viewers to skip the waiting period and dive deep into their favorite narrative...