Written by Sean Nathaniel Banayag Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. Epithelial tissues, also called Epithelium, are a group of specialized cells found throughout your body, specifically forming your skin, the linings of your body cavities and hollow organs, and major glands. Epithelial tissue is one of the four primary types of tissues that comprise the human body, along with Nervous Tissue, Muscle Tissue, and Connective Tissue. All four types of tissue work together to make up every single part and organ of the human body. Epithelial cells act… Read More

Written by Hannah Angelie Abuyabor Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. Adipose tissue is a connective tissue; connective tissues are abundant in the body, and they support and protect organs. Adipose tissue is important in storing nutrients in your body. Adipose is not just a connective tissue but is also known as an active organ in your endocrine system. It is also known as fat tissue or body fat due to its being composed of fat cells called adipocytes. The excess energy is converted into neutral triglycerides in adipose… Read More

Written by Emily Lorraine A. Franco Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. Inside the cytoplasm are small structures called cytoplasmic organelles. Each organelle has one main responsibility. Each one helps keep the cell alive. Instead of letting everything happen everywhere, the cell assigns jobs to different organelles. This makes the cell faster, safer, and more efficient. Cytoplasmic organelles are specialized structures that perform specific tasks inside the cell. Organelles exist to prevent confusion inside the cell. They do this by: Each organelle focuses on one main role, such as:… Read More

Written by Dawn Mary Jimenez Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. The cell membrane, also known as the plasma membrane, is crucial for the cell’s survival. All cells have a plasma membrane that acts as a barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell. It manages the flow of key cell parts, substances, and molecules needed for survival. We call them membrane-bound organelles. Illustrated by Jorlene Elgario The cell membrane is made up of a double layer of phospholipids. Glycerophospholipids consist of glycerol, a phosphate group, and two… Read More

Written by Ma. Theresa Nicole Salibay Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. The human body performs an astounding number of vital functions that keep you alive and healthy. These are the 10 Main Categories into which its primary functions can be divided: Your body’s excellent intelligence, strength, and coordination are illustrated by these ten main functions together. It does its best to arrange, dismantle nutrients, react to stimulus, grow, and purify itself every second of the day and night. Having an understanding of these important processes allows you to… Read More

Written by Gelgrem Princess P Abella Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. In the age of technology, healthcare is constantly being enhanced by these digital systems. Health informatics save lives by providing accurate results quickly. It also offers new solutions and methods using affordable digital hardware. This means less effort is needed for better performance. Health informatics comes from the ongoing sharing of data. It merges information technology and computer science with clinical management. This approach aims to improve patient care. Health informatics is a broad field. It offers… Read More

Written by Nicole Miles L. Supat Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. Back then, managing materials needed pen, paper, and predictions for listing the supplies so they wouldn’t run out or pile up. Today, the manual process is still present but takes a lot of time. In today’s digital age, systems have been developed for faster and easier management of materials. Material Management is the process that organizations use to control and manage their materials flow, components, and goods from the producer to the consumer. Material Management System is… Read More

Written by Jorge L. Kuizon IV Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. When looking at hospital information systems, it’s important to choose one that supports patient care, administrative processes, and health data security. These key functions help ensure smooth operations and improved healthcare delivery. The best hospital information system depends on the size, budget, and clinical needs of a facility. Still, some platforms stand out more than others. These systems provide the backbone of digital healthcare, and their performance can have a major impact on both patient outcomes and… Read More

Written by Chauncey Jude S. Cuyacot Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. Before you begin in looking at a new software, the first and most crucial step in selecting a Laboratory Information System (LIS) is to thoroughly assess what your lab really needs. Imagine a lab where a laboratorian struggle with a slow, outdated system, where it can’t even share diagnostic images. The lab’s turnaround time for high-volume tests is suffering, and management should know that a change is needed. To avoid simply replacing a set of problems with… Read More

Written by Zithri Gabuya Edited and Reviewed by Reuben J C. Los Baños, Ph.D. A health information system is a tool that helps collect, store, manage, and share information about people’s health. It is used by doctors, nurses, hospitals, and health organizations to keep track of everything related to health care in an organized and easy-to-use way. A health information system keeps records of things like: Instead of using paper files, most systems today use computers or special software to store this information safely and make it easy to find. The people and… Read More