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… Hormonal Birth Control: Risk of Blood Clots On this page: Overview … hormonal birth control methods increases the risk of a blood clot in a leg ( deep vein thrombosis , or DVT) or a blood clot in a lung ( pulmonary embolism , or PE). But the …
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… ADHD: Tests for Other Disorders On this page: Overview Related … disorders. The child may be asked questions (verbal tests) or may be given written tests to evaluate his or her intellectual abilities. There …
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… Umbilical Cord Blood Donation and Private Banking On this page: Overview Overview Umbilical cord blood contains stem cells, which are immature cells that can grow into red or white blood cells or clotting cells. Stem cells can be used to …
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… High Blood Pressure: Taking Medicines Properly Actionset Overview It's important to take blood pressure medicine exactly as prescribed. Sometimes … side effects and what to do if you miss a dose. How to take blood pressure medicines properly Get organized Most people …
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… High Blood Pressure: Using the DASH Diet Actionset Overview The … potassium, and magnesium. These nutrients can lower blood pressure. Taking calcium, potassium, and magnesium … you want to reach in 6 to 12 months. When you have high blood pressure, the long-term goal is to lower your blood …
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… Check-ups and tests in the second trimester Last updated August 10, 2013 … variety of tests and check-ups. Prenatal genetic screening blood tests and/or special ultrasounds (optional): Detects … if you’re unsure about the date of your last period) Glucose screening (24–26 weeks): Tests for gestational …
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… High and Low Blood Sugar Level Record for a Child On this page: Overview Overview Low blood sugar level Use this form to record a low blood sugar … Blood sugar levels during the problem: Kind and amount of glucose or sucrose tablets or solution or other quick-sugar …
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… Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing On this page: Overview About the Test Deciding About … (AAT) is a protein normally found in the lungs and the bloodstream. It helps protect the lungs from diseases such … only to people who have very low levels of AAT in their blood. It is not clear that this treatment is any better …
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… Pre-Eclampsia: Creatinine Clearance Test On this page: Overview Overview … they release a waste product called creatinine into the blood. The kidneys then filter creatinine from the blood. From the kidneys, creatinine passes out of the body …
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… Hepatitis B: Post-Vaccination Test for Immunity On this page: Overview … to hepatitis B. May come in contact with other people's blood or body fluids as part of your job. Are a sex partner … to hepatitis B. May come in contact with other people's blood or body fluids as part of your job. Are a sex partner …
