Mukhtabar : Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology

Overview of Hemoglobin Levels in Construction Workers in Tanjungsari Village, Sukaresik District, Tasikmalaya Regency

Vina Sylvia Fauziah; Euis Tia Istianah; Endang Octaviana Wilujeng — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: Hemoglobin is a tetrametric protein that binds iron (Fe) compounds that have an important role in the body, namely transporting oxygen from the organs of respiration throughout the body, and exchanging it with carbon dioxide from peripheral tissues to be released through the organs of respiration. Hemoglobin levels can be influenced by several factors, one of which is moderate to heavy-intensity physical activity. This study aims to determine haemoglobin levels in construction workers.

Method: This research is a descriptive study with a total sampling technique conducted in May 2023. Respondents in this study were 35 construction workers. Sampling was carried out in Tanjungsari Village, Sukaresik District, Tasikmalaya Regency and the examination was carried out at the Hematology Laboratory of STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis. Measurement using the Cyanmethemoglobin method with the instrument used is a photometer. The examination results were processed and displayed in table format for narration.

Result: This study found normal haemoglobin levels in 23 respondents (66%), and 12 respondents (34%) with abnormal or below-normal haemoglobin levels in construction workers.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that the average results of haemoglobin levels in construction workers are normal. Future research is expected to research the relationship between working duration and haemoglobin in heavy workers.

Analysis of Influencing Factors on Participation Compliance, Slide Preparations Quality and Microscopic Reading Quality of Acid-Resistant Bacteria Slides at Ciamis Regency

I Dewa Ayu Sriwardani; Asep Dermawan, Iis Kurniati, Sonny Feisal — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: To find out the factors that influence participation compliance, slide preparations quality and microscopic reading quality in the External Quality Control program of Microscopic Cross Tests Acid Resistant Bacteria in Ciamis Regency in 2022-2023

Method: The research design is cross-sectional, population and total sampling of 27 respondents. Data analysis is Chi-Square with Fisher's Exact Test

Result: Research data shows that the sig-p value of the period of employment variable for participation is 0.057, for the quality of slide preparations per quarter 0.695, 0.447, 0.550, 0.305, and the microscopic reading quality 0.036. The sig-p value of the training variable on participation is 0.226, on the quality of slide preparations per quarter 0.043, 0.388, 0.212, 0.219, and the microscopic reading quality 0.298. The sig-p value of the workload variable for participation is 0.204, for the quality of slide preparations per quarter 0.502, 0.091, 0.332, 0.502, and for the microscopic reading quality 0.050. The sig-p value of the microscope condition variable for participation is 0.005, for the quality of slide preparations per quarter 0.063, 0.106, 0.149, 0.323, and for the microscopic reading quality 0.036. The sig-p value of the incentive variable for participation is 0.001, for the quality of slide preparations per quarter 0.528, 0.302, 0.586, 0.189, for the microscopic reading quality of 0.013

Conclusion: there is a relationship between microscope conditions and incentive on participation compliance, there is a relationship between training on the slide preparations quality in the 4th quarter of 2022, there is a relationship between period of employment, workload, microscope conditions and incentive on microscopic reading quality

Identification of Salmonella sp Bacteria in Processed Balado Shrimp Sold in Food Stalls Around Mulyosari Area

Nabila Amelia Mustofa, Yeti Eka Sispita Sari, Dita Artanti; Nastiti Kartikorini — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: Food quality is an issue of great concern in developing countries. Because many nutrients are obtained through food. Balado shrimp is a typical Padang dish with a spicy, sweet and savoury taste that is widely admired by all ages from children to adults. The presence of pathogenic bacteria, one of which is Salmonella sp, which contaminates balado shrimp food can cause health problems in the human body until death. The purpose of this study was to determine the presence or absence of Salmonella sp bacteria in processed shrimp balado sold in food stalls in the Mulyosari area.

Method: In this study use as many as 30 samples of shrimp balado sold in food stalls Mulyosari area. This sample examination uses a streaking plate procedure and IMViC test. Data analysis using descriptive qualitative.

Result: The results of this study showed that there were 3 samples identified Salmonella sp. Of the 30 samples, there was a range of 10% contaminated with Salmonella sp bacteria and 90% were not contaminated with Salmonella sp bacteria.

Conclusion: This indicates that positive samples of balado shrimp must be further examined to determine the feasibility of consumption.

Analysis of Cadmium (Cd) Heavy Metal Levels in Groundwater around Lapindo Mudflow, Sidoarjo Regency

Nova Ulumiya, Baterun Kunsah, Nastiti Kartikorini; Siti Mardiyah — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: Metal pollution in Lapindo mudflow is one of the events that cause pollution because the content in the mud contains a variety of heavy metals, one of which is cadmium (Cd). Cadmium is a heavy metal that has high toxicity and is included in non-essential heavy metals, so the presence of heavy metal cadmium (Cd) needs to be known for sure because too high levels can harm health and the surrounding environment. The purpose of this study is to determine the presence of cadmium (Cd) heavy metal levels in groundwater around Lapindo Mudflow, Sidoarjo Regency.

Method: This study uses descriptive type and design. The sampling technique used purposive sampling by taking 4 points and conducting a duplo examination so that the total number of samples was 8 samples.

Results: The results showed that out of 8 samples, all samples still met the requirements according to SNI with a percentage of 100%.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that the results of the study with an average of 0.5075 × 10^-4 mg/L still meet the requirements in accordance with the Indonesian National Standard (SNI) which is 0.5 - 10.0 mg/L or 0.0005 - 0.001 mg/L.

Overview of HbsAg Testing Results for Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis at Ciamis Hospital

Tison Suryadi, Doni Setiawan; Lili Solihah, Undang Ruhimat; Rivana Ariyadi — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: Chronic renal failure is a slow and incurable disease. Regular treatment can halt the deterioration of kidney function, with kidney transplantation and hemodialysis being the most common options. However, hemodialysis patients are at risk of contracting the Hepatitis B virus due to the use of repeated vascular access and high frequency of hemodialysis. This study aims to describe the results of HBsAg examination in patients with chronic renal failure who undergo hemodialysis.

Method: The research is a descriptive study that used a purposive sampling technique and was conducted in May-June 2022. The study included 44 chronic renal failure patients who underwent HBsAg examination using the Immunochromatography method.

Result: The study's results showed that all 44 respondents (100%) who underwent hemodialysis had negative HBsAg examination results, indicating that they were not exposed to the Hepatitis B virus.

Conclusion: In conclusion, the study indicates that chronic renal failure patients undergoing hemodialysis are not at risk of contracting the Hepatitis B virus. Further research could include quantitative Hepatitis B antibody examinations.

Overview of Urine Cylinders in Patients With Pulmonary Tuberculosis Undergoing Advanced First-Line Treatment at the RSUD Ciamis

Sinta Nurhalimah, Atun Farihatun; Dewi Kania Yulianti; Euis Istianah — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Background & Objective: Pulmonary tuberculosis is a contagious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria that can attack various organs, especially the lungs. Tuberculosis patients are treated with anti-tuberculosis drugs such as rifampicin and streptomycin, which can potentially cause kidney function impairment. To detect any abnormalities in the kidneys, a urine sediment examination is conducted, which can identify an increase in urine cylinders if any damage to the kidneys is present. This study aims to provide insights into urine cylinders in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis based on the duration of their treatment.

Method: This is a descriptive study that utilised a purposive sampling technique. The study involved 38 Tuberculosis patients as respondents. Sampling was carried out at the DOTS clinic of RSUD Ciamis and the research was conducted between October 2021 and May 2022.

Result: Out of 38 samples, 6 people tested positive for cylinders at a value of +1 (which means very little). These cylinders included hyaline, wax, granule, fat, and epithelial cell cylinders. The percentage of people who tested positive for cylinders was 15.8%. On the other hand, 32 people tested negative for cylinders, which accounts for 84.2% of the total sample.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that cylinders were found in tuberculosis patients. Future researchers are advised to examine urine cylinders in pulmonary tuberculosis patients undergoing the sixth month of treatment in patients at a young age.