Pathology Explained

Happy Valentine’s Day: is there such a thing as heartbreak?

It’s Valentine’s Day. You probably know that because your letterbox and email inbox are full to overflowing with romancey messages from
Pathology Explained

Mito mysteries: what is mitochondrial disease and how is it diagnosed?

Mitochondrial disease (mito) is a complex genetic condition caused by mutations in one of over 290 genes. The Mito Foundation helps raise aw
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What are STIs and how to test for them?

Table of Content Chlamydia trachomatis (commonly referred to as Chlamydia) Symptoms Testing Treatment Syphilis S
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What is testicular cancer and how to test for it?

What is testicular cancer? Testicular cancer occurs when there is an abnormal growth of cells that form a tumour in one or both testicles.
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Five reasons why you should get tested

Because 70% of medical decisions rely on pathology, getting tested is a vital part of diagnosis and treatment. But when should you get teste
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Why genetic counselling is sometimes necessary, not just nice

It seems every day there is a new headline appearing about the latest genetic test. Testing our DNA can apparently now tell us everything fr