A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) is a blood test that provides information about: 1  how the kidney and liver are functioning. 2  sugar (glucose) and protein levels in the blood. 3  the bodyâs electrolyte and fluid balance.
The ancient Egyptians dug a long canal called Bahr Yousuf to bring water from the Nile to the Faiyum Depression for irrigation. Egyptians developed a system of Nilometers at various points along the valley. This was helpful in comparing past and present water levels. Water storage was not attempted by the Egyptians.
In Greek and Greek-American culture, old age is honored and celebrated, and respect for elders is central to the family. Arianna Huffington described an experience of Greek elderly respect in her book, On Becoming Fearless: Ten years ago I visited the monastery of Tharri on the island of Rhodes with my children.