It has been my long time dream to become a writer, even when I was still in my pigtails. Fate though had other plans for me.

In spite of my pursuing a different profession and even amidst my busy schedule in the academe, I still have not given up on my dream.

I wrote whenever I had the time, during breaks, after work and even during a kidney break in class.

I had some short stories and poems published in local magazines but I still have not written a book. I hope I can do that in the near future.

I am an allied medical professional, handling Clinical Chemistry, Endocrinology, Clinical Toxicology and Physiology subjects in the University where I am presently connected. I enjoy this challenging endeavour because in learning, one has to be creative and dynamic. I believe too that learning is a lifelong process.

It has been an honor for me to be the moderator of the College paper. This has given me the chance to encourage students to explore their creative talents too, even if they belong to the field of chemistry and science.

Contrary to common perception, the arts, sciences and education are a perfectly dynamic trio.

I write as Jena Isle in my 10 blogs, and they often ask me how I am able to do this. It's simple, I have found my passion and I enjoy writing and blogging.

Join me as I venture and explore the various concepts of these three interesting worlds.

My passion is ...

Reading and writing

I know too much about ...

the ups an downs of life. I take them all with a grain of salt.

My parents always told me ...

to treat other people as I would want myself treated

My childhood ambition ...

was to become a famous writer! but now I have a more practical dream - that people read what I write here at helium.

My favorite memory ...

is of cozy family times

Why I write ...

to share my concepts, my culture and beliefs in this part of the world.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

everything I can get my hands on

My first job ...

an allied health professional

My best moment ...

with family

My inspiration ...

my family

Sciences > Medical Science (Other) Misconceptions on the handling of fecal specimens

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Fecal specimens are one of the most unpleasant samples to handle because of the fetid odor they emit. This is avoided by using proper personal equipment (PPE). A face mask is definitely needed because of this particular reason. Gloves and laboratory gowns are also properly worn.

There are several misconceptions concerning fecal specimens that you should be aware of. These are the following:

1. Fecal specimens with bacteria are considered abnormal.

It is normal that feces would contain a considerable amount of bacteria because the large intestine has a fairly large amount of bacteria...

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