Andressa Pinho

Accomplished preliminary study of lactobacilli strains selecting the best species for use as probiotic yeast in vegetable milk. Analyzed microbiological profile of strains under optical microscope, realized inoculation and colony count in Petri dishes, established the best formulation of lactobacilli and dehydrating agents to produce viable probiotic yeast powder through spray drying process with the goal of obtaining a more economical option compared to freeze-drying technique to be used by food industries in the future.

Prepared pharmaceutical formulations following homeopathy standards, labeling and packaging of manipulated medications to be delivered to costumers assuring the maintenance of the laboratory environment.

Performed venipuncture and blood collection from inpatients and outpatients, proper identification of samples, handling safety, used centrifuge machine, data entry into maternity system, executed rapid test for syphilis and HIV and analyzed physical and chemical aspects of urine samples maintaining standards of good laboratory practice.

Actively assisted athletes and resident delegations in the event village, clarified any doubts and provided information, dispensed medication and offered guidance on the correct use.

Provided costumer service offering explanations on any doubts and questions, performed control and counting of medication stocks and other products, replacement of medicines on the shelves, maintenance of controlled medicine cabinets, participation in advertising events of medicines and monitoring of other activities of the drugstore.

Participated of the event realizing health promotion for the needy population of the neighborhood by offering free blood pressure measurement service, blood glucose testing and guidance on the rational use of medications.