Hypernyms (amputation is a kind of...): operation; surgery; surgical operation; surgical procedure; surgical process (a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body)
A kit which employs FITC- or enzyme-labeled monoclonal antibodies for use in a DFA or EIA procedure is available for detection of whole parasites in fluids. A latex agglutination test for antigen detection in vaginal swab specimens is available; the manufacturer's evaluation indicated good sensitivity and specificity.
Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing is performed when trying to find a suitable organ, tissue (bone marrow), or cord blood donor for transplantation. The results of either HLA class I or class II typing can be used for bone marrow transplant donor screening. This screening is coordinated with various agencies that conduct drives to assist people in need of a bone marrow transplant.