Impact of Subclinical Hypothyroidism on Lipid Profile in Jeddah: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background Patients with subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) have a high serum concentration of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), whereas their serum-free thyroxine concentrations are normal. Lipid metabolism is regulated in large part by thyroid hormones. It could be connected to a changed lipid profile.

A Comparison of Magnesium Levels in Obese Versus Normal-Weight Children.

Introduction One of the world's most pressing problems right now is childhood obesity. After potassium, magnesium (Mg) is the second most prevalent intracellular cation and the fourth most prevalent mineral in the human body. Numerous symptoms of magnesium insufficiency can include hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, as well as cardiac and neurological symptoms.

Assessment of biosafety measures in clinical laboratories of Al-Madinah city, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Workers in clinical laboratories are exposed to occupational hazards on a daily basis and their health and safety may be threatened if appropriate protective standards are not implemented. The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and practices of clinical laboratory workers towards biosafety measures, in Al-Madinah city, Saudi Arabia.

Methodology: Clinical laboratory staff was recruited from both the public and private sectors.