Background: Mutations in the genes called BRCA1 and BRCA2 are associated with significantly elevated lifetime risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer.This year marks 25 years since genetic tests for BRCA1/2 mutations became available to the public.Currently, comprehensive guidelines exist regarding BRCA1/2 testing and preventive measures in mu
COVID-19 infection control protocol and acceptance in an ART in vitro fertilization hospital
Abstract Purpose In Tokyo, where the highest coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection rates have been reported nationally, we introduced and performed polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing on the patients prior to them coming for oocyte retrieval (OR) or embryo transfer (ET) procedures.In addition, we recommended that patients self-inject ov
Gender Differences in Fat Distribution and Inflammatory Markers among Arabs
Recent studies from the Gulf region suggest that compared to men, women have a greater risk of developing metabolic syndrome (MeS).Objective.To investigate gender differences in body composition, adipokines, inflammatory markers, and aerobic fitness in a cohort of healthy Qatari adults.Participants.Healthy Qatari (n=58) were matched for age, gender
Remote Sensing Inversion of Salinization Degree Distribution and Analysis of Its Influencing Factors in an Arid Irrigated District
Salinization is one of the significant factors that impede agricultural development, threaten ecological security, and hinder sustainable development.This study successfully achieved precise and expeditious identification of salinization grades by integrating optical satellite data with other geospatial information.It effectively enhanced the accur