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On my blood chemistry results it says my glucose test was invalid due to glycolysis? What does that mean?

Answer

You have a lack of oxygen that pervents sugar development. Glycolysis is the sequence of reactions that converts glucose into pyruvate with the concomitant production of a relatively small amount of ATP. Glycolysis can be carried out anerobically (in the absence of oxygen) and is thus an especially important pathway for organisms that can ferment sugars.

Date Posted:
10/16/2006 9:41:40 PM

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hi, I’m interested in buy the items SP715, do you have three items? how can I pay? , do you accept credit card?, and, how is the price for the shipment to Hidalgo TX 78557?

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Dear Raul,

Thank you for the inquiry.  We currently do have Item #SP715 in stock.  I can give you a discount if you are going to buy more than 2.  We do accept credit cards, checks, wire transfers or money orders.  The shipment to Hidalgo would be about $29.  Please call me if you would like to purchase.

Date Posted:
10/16/2006 7:29:53 PM

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Hi, Years ago my mother worked at the state facility for mentally handicapped adults. The ward she worked on had cribs that were the size of a twin bed. Where can I get one of these cribs? I have a special needs child that will not be safe in a triditional twin size bed but is quickly outgrowing her crib.Thanks

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Dear Marcia,

Thank you for the inquiry, however we do not carry large cribs.  We do have medical beds that have full rails. Take a look at Item #LPPLEDBEFSCEVR . Let me know if this would interest you.

Date Posted:
10/16/2006 2:22:21 PM

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I am contacting you from the Allclear Clinic in NI. We have a Lunar Prodigy Bone Scanner that we wish to sell. Woould it be possible to do this through your site/company?

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Dear Kath:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We donot specialize in this type of equipment.  You may wish to contact www.somatechnology.com.  Soma may be interested.

Date Posted:
10/16/2006 9:24:58 AM

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I purchased a pillow a few years ago called "The Pillow", it has a roll for the neck and then 3 cutouts for the head. I'm not able to find it, can you help.Thanks

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Dear Romy:

Thank you for your inquiry.  If you would like to take a photo of the pillow and email to inquiry@msecompany.net, we will try to locate a similar pillow for you.

Date Posted:
10/14/2006 10:45:18 PM

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WE ARE LOOKING TO PURCHACE OR LEASE A SURGICAL TABLE FOR THE O R. NEW OR USED WOULD BE CONSIDERED.THANK YOU,DR. B. VAZQUEZ

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Dear Dr. Vazquez,

Please email info@msecompany.net with your specifications for the table, your shipping address and price range. We can prepare a quote for you for new surgical tables.  I do apologize, we do not lease surgical tables.

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service/Sales

Date Posted:
10/14/2006 1:45:41 PM

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looking for a hospital bed for a surgery recovery - 2-3 months?

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Dear Matt,

Thank you for the inquiry, however we do not rent hospital beds. We do offer a great deal on packages.  You could have a complete package for about $600 plus shipping.  Call 1-877-706-4480 to order

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service/Sales

Date Posted:
10/14/2006 9:19:10 AM

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Do you rent hospital cribs? If not do you know who does?Thank youGina Neil

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Dear Gina:

Thank you for the inquiry, however we do not rent hospital cribs.  I would do a local search in your city and state for crib rentals.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Thank you,

MSEC Customer Service

Date Posted:
10/13/2006 3:54:59 PM

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Could you please tell me what company manufacturers the following products, which I found on your website???Thank you.Generic Adult Disposable Probes for Nellcor Pulse Oximeter - Adult Adhesive Sensors/Generic brand for Nellcor finger probe D-25Generic Adult Disposable Probes for Nellcor Pulse Oximeter - Adult Adhesive Sensors/Generic brand for Nellcor finger probe D-25LGeneric Infant Disposable Probes for Nellcor Pulse Oximeters/Generic brand for Nellcor finger probe I-20Generic Neonatal Disposable Probes for Nellcor Pulse Oximeters/Generic brand for Nellcor finger probe N-25Generic Pediatric Disposable Probes for Nellcor Pulse Oximeter/Generic brand for Nellcor finger probe D-20

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Most of these items are manufactured by Nellcor www.nellcor.com

Date Posted:
10/13/2006 2:40:54 PM

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Is there a device to keep the leg rests with a wheelchair when the leg rests are not in use? For example, I have patients who can propel the wheelchair with their legs but at times need the leg rests applied before a staff member can assist them. We've tried a bag on the back of the chair but it seems to protrude into a patient's back side. Thank you.

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Dear Monica,

Thank you for the inquiry.  I do apologize but we only have the bag that attaches to the back of the wheelchair.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service

Date Posted:
10/13/2006 10:51:23 AM

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I'm getting ready to have abdominal surgery. A friend of mine had a similar surgery and was given a padded boar to assit her when she had to sit up (instead of just using a pillow)... my hospital dosen't provide them and I can't find the name of the item so that I can purchase it. Any ideas?

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Dear Cindy,

Thank you for the inquiry.  I think I know what you are talking about.  Please view Item #: 911ROCMM on our website.  If this is something you are looking for, please give us a call to place the order.

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service

1-877-706-4480 X 107

Date Posted:
10/12/2006 12:12:29 PM

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Can you hand-wash 100% Polypropylene garments?Thanks.

Answer
Polypropylene items are generally made to be liquid retardent.  They may also not be durable enough even for hand washing.  The best course of acton is to soak them or spay wash them and let them air dry.

Date Posted:
10/12/2006 10:33:15 AM

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There is much debate at our Hospital here in Melbourne,Australia about Alcohol Iodine only being used once for each patient,some say you use half and keep for the next patient.I say that it is single use only and we should keep to these standards.What is your view on this please.Rick J ParkerRegistered Nurse-O.R Suite Mercy Private Hospital,East Melbourne,Victoria 3002

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email customer a link

Date Posted:
10/11/2006 6:29:22 AM

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will medicare pay for a home oximeter

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Dear Kathy,

Thank you for the inquiry.  Please consult a medicare advisor for this question.  We have many oximeter's to choose from, however, I regret to inform you that we do not accept medicare payments.  If you get approval from medicare, maybe they can reimburse you. I am sorry for the inconvenience.

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service.

Date Posted:
10/10/2006 10:53:46 AM

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do you know where i can find a bassinette on wheels for use in a hospital? a

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Dear Micaela,

Thank you for the inquiry.  Please look up Item #: 8258UMF. on our website: www.msecompany.net  Let me know if you need a quote prepared.

Date Posted:
10/9/2006 7:33:40 PM

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I need to find out if there is a device that could lift a person from their recliner to a wheelchair or walker. Hospice has not recommended the lift chair because they are afraid our patient legs may give out when he is lifted and he may fall. Thanks.

Answer

Dear Dorothy,

Thank you for the inquiry.  We do have a device.  Please visit this link (Hoyer Patient Lifts) to view your options.  Call me if you need a quote prepared. I can have it for you within a matter of minutes.  Some lifts are in stock and ready to ship, please call to inquire.

Respectfully,

Christina Contreras

Sr. Sales Associate

1-877-706-4480 X 107

Date Posted:
10/9/2006 11:48:39 AM

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I am looking for an electric shoe cover device that can be used in the clinics and operating rooms to cover shoes without having to touch them for doctors,nurses and patients.thank you for your assistance

Answer

Dear Dr. Ramesh:

Thank you for your inquiry.  However, we are not aware of the availability of such device.

Date Posted:
10/9/2006 7:53:12 AM

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Bars to aid an elderly person to go to the toilet

Answer

Please take a look at our selection of Toilet Seats.  These come with elevated seats and side arms to aid individuals in need.  For further questions please call us toll free at 877-706-4480.

Date Posted:
10/8/2006 4:03:09 PM

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I have an Alcon Universal II phacomachine with tabel and 4 sets of Legacy handpieces. Everything is in good functional status and is still in daily use.Is your company interested in buying my phaco equipment?

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Dear Henrik:

Thank you for your inquiry.  At this time we already have sufficient inventory of Alcon products.

Date Posted:
10/7/2006 4:28:03 AM

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I am looking for an over bed light fixture that I can plug in (that doesn't need to be wired inside the wall by an electrician). Does teh Care Light Over Bed Light (#2320327RDMMD)have a plug? Thanks.

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Dear Nancy,

Thank you for the inquiry.  I am sorry to inform you the Care Light Over Bed Light does require installation from an electrician.  I am sorry for the inconvience.

Respectfully,

MSEC Customer Service

Date Posted:
10/6/2006 8:12:36 PM