A pregnancy test strip (PT strip), or hCG Pregnancy Rapid Test Strip, is a qualitative rapid chromatographic immunoassay that detects human chorionic gonadotropin in urine or serum or plasma and helps in early detection of pregnancy. It uses a combination of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies in detecting the hormones. Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a glycoprotein … Read more
Pterocarpus santalinoides is an evergreen small plant from the Papilionaceae family (Leguminosae – Papilionoideae, Fabaceae). The young, tender leaf of the vegetable is edible, and are used for cooking soup. Roasted seeds are also edible, and taste slightly like groundnut. However, the raw seed is toxic. Pterocarpus santalinoides is called mutititi, Nturukpa in Igbo, Gbengbe … Read more
There are many reputable pharmaceutical companies in Georgia, U.S., and they include Arbor pharmaceuticals, UCB, Sanofi, Mikart Inc, Takeda, MiMedx Group, Boehringer Ingelheim, Alimera sciences, among others. In 2021, Georgia export of immunological products stood at $3.2 billion, and $1.9 billion in medical devices and pharmaceuticals. List of Pharmaceutical Companies in Georgia, U.S. List of … Read more
Pterocarpus mildbraedii popularly called ora or oha leaf, is a leafy green vegetable from the Papilionaceae family (Leguminosae – Papilionoideae, Fabaceae). The vegetable is packed with various minerals and vitamins. It has been utilized in different soups, and cuisines. The plant is an evergreen or semi deciduous tree with a small, rounded crown. The bark … Read more
There are many biotech, medical development, and pharmaceutical companies in Florida, with as many as 1440 establishments. Florida is home to the nation’s second-largest medical device manufacturing industry, the second-largest pharmaceuticals manufacturing industry and the fifth-largest biotech R&D industry. Top medical and pharmaceutical companies in Florida include Johnson & Johnson, Bausch + Lomb, Bristol-Myers Squibb, … Read more
Lavender plant is a drought resistant, evergreen perennial flowering plant of the genus Lavandula of the mint family (Lamiaceae). It can grow up to 1.2 m height. It has aromatic leaves and flowers with interrupted spikes and sweet fragrance. The word “lavender” comes from the Latin verb lavare “to wash” or “to bathe”. There are … Read more
Calendula officinalis, or Marigolds, is an annual edible herb belonging to the Asteraceae family, alongside asters, chrysanthemums, sunflowers. It is notable for the colorful flowers. Pot marigold is native to Eurasia, and is used for horticulture and in traditional medicine. In the spice trade, pot marigold is used as an inexpensive substitute to saffron. Calendula … Read more
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) also called “father of all foods”, is a herbaceous, perennial legume from the pea family (Leguminosae). It is a dicot and a flowering plant. Alfalfa is from the Middle East, most likely Iran. US (especially states like California, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) are the world’s largest producers worldwide, followed by Argentina, Australia, … Read more
Chinese onion (A. Chinense), also called oriental onion, Chinese jiaotou, is a hardy which grows as a dense evergreen clumps with small, pretty, deep rose pink flowers. It is a medicinal and aromatic herbal plant from the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a close relative of onion, shallot, leek, chives, and garlic. Allium chinense can grow … Read more
Shallot, or echalote, is a herbaceous plant from the Amaryllidaceae family. It was classified as a separate species, but it is a cultivar of onion (Allium cepa var. aggregatum, Allium cepa var. ascalonicum). Other close relatives include garlic, scallions, leeks, chives, and the Chinese onion. The word “shallot” comes from the Old French “escalogne,” from … Read more
