- Find
- Manage
- Resources
Ergotamine Tartrate Synthesis
Tartrate resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP) is a test performed on blood cells or bone marrow (biopsy) to confirm a diagnosis of hairy cell leukemia. This test can also be done on blood plasma to look for signs of bone breakdown.
Alternative Names
Type 5b acid phosphatase test; TRAP test
How the test is performed
Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care...
Read moreMore information on "Ergotamine Tartrate Synthesis"
From Our Experts
FDA Orders 20 Unapproved Ergotamine Medications Discontinued
The FDA has issued letters to eight pharmaceutical manufacturers and 12 distributors warming them to stop marketing and distributing 20... Read more »
AAD Position on Sun Exposure for Vitamin D Synthesis
You'd have to be living in a locked box to have not heard all the recent headlines proclaiming the serious need for adequate levels of... Read more »
05/07/07 #3: Hemiplegic Migraine, stroke, and medications?
Full Question:I have had a history of hemiplegic migraines. I suffered a cerebelar stroke on the left hemisphere from an injection of... Read more »
Stadol Nasal Spray for Migraines
One of our forum members asked today if Stadol Masal Spray has been discontinued because her pharmacist had notified her that it was and he... Read more »
6/9/08 #3: Can Stadol Nasal Spray be injected IM?
Full Question: Can Stadol Nasal Spray be injected IM? It burns my nose and throat. William. Answer: Dear William; Did you see... Read more »
From Our Sources
FDA warns companies about illegal migraine meds
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent warning letters to 20 companies for selling unapproved and potentially dangerous migraine... Read more »
Ocular Migraine
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
In opthalmoplegic migraine, lateralized pain (often around the eye) is accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and diplopia (double vision).Migraines are... Read more »
Preventing Migraines
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
for Treating Migraine AttacksMany different medications are used to treat migraines. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has specifically... Read more »
Common migraine
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Migraine - common; Headache - migraine without aura Treatment There is no cure for migraine. The goal is to control the symptoms and... Read more »
Cluster Headaches
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A type of headache that predominantly affects middle-aged men. It includes episodes of severe, one-sided pain around the eye that occurs daily for... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
