Types include transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT), partial cystectomy, and radical cystectomy, depending on the tumor’s type and stage.

Antithrombin III is a protein that helps regulate blood clotting by inhibiting clotting factors. Proper function of Antithrombin III is essential for preventing abnormal blood clot formation.

A blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm and analyzed to measure Antithrombin III levels and activity.

No fasting or special preparation is required. You can eat and drink normally before the test.

Results are generally available within a few hours to 1-2 days, depending on the laboratory’s processing time.

Discuss any abnormal results with your healthcare provider, who will provide guidance on further tests or treatment options based on your specific condition.

Hospice care is a type of care designed to provide comfort and support to patients with terminal illnesses, focusing on quality of life rather than curative treatments.

Patients diagnosed with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician, are eligible for hospice care.

Hospice care services include pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, assistance with daily activities, and support for family members.

While both hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and quality of life, hospice care is specifically for patients nearing the end of life, whereas palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness.

The hospice care team typically includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, and trained volunteers.