A buccal swab is obtained from Ms. C, placed into a premixed tube, and sent to the lab for analysis. The results: "positive for CYP2C19*2 variant." Why did the cardiologist prescribe this test, and what do the results mean for Ms. C?
Oral thrush is diagnosed with an oral examination by a dentist or doctor. A diagnosis of oral thrush can be confirmed by an oral scraping in which a swab of the white substance from the tongue or cheek is taken to be analyzed. Other tests used to diagnose thrush suspected farther down the...
• Varying amounts added to sterile swab (n=18 per quantity) –1500 ng, 1200 ng, 600 ng, 300 ng, 100 ng • Swabbing method using a Teflon tube –Simulated buccal swab being taken • Allowed sample to dry in hood overnight ...
A buccal swab is obtained from Mrs. C, placed into a premixed tube, and sent to thelabfor analysis. The results: "positive for CYP2C19*2 variant." Why did the cardiologist prescribe this test, and what do the results mean for Mrs. C?