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… Decision Points for Medical Tests On this page: Overview Overview … Click on a link below to learn more about the medical test you are considering: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Should I Get a Screening Test? Autopsy: Should I Have an Autopsy Done on My Loved …
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… Second-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … to track your baby's growth and position. Second-trimester tests During your second trimester, you can expect to have: A glucose tolerance test (GTT) to check for gestational diabetes . This test is …
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… First-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … can cause problems during pregnancy and after birth. Testing for genetic conditions and birth defects You can choose whether to have tests for certain conditions, such as Down syndrome . …
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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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… Diabetes: Tests to Watch for Complications On this page: Overview … Overview These are the tests you may need and how often you should have them. footnote 1 The tests may vary depending on whether you have type 1 or type …
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… Third-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … has begun to thin ( efface ) and open. Third-trimester tests Late in pregnancy, you may be checked for: Group B … birth. This can cause severe problems for the baby. If you test positive for group B strep (or you are not tested), you …
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… Infertility: Setting Limits on Testing On this page: Overview Overview … emotionally, and physically demanding series of tests and procedures. Before you start testing, think about how far you are willing to go. Think …
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… Eating Disorders: Malnutrition Tests On this page: Overview Overview As … for eating disorders , a doctor may order certain tests to see whether your body is generally healthy. These may include blood or urine tests to check: Electrolyte levels. Electrolytes are …
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… Check-ups and tests in the second trimester Last updated August 10, 2013 … unless you need extra care. You may also have a variety of tests and check-ups.  Prenatal genetic screening blood tests … during pregnancy while a small number will develop an anxiety or panic disorder.  Click here for more information …
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… Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing On this page: Overview About the Test Deciding About … do not smoke and you already are taking good care of yourself. You think there is nothing more you could do to … do not smoke and you already are taking good care of yourself. You think there is nothing more you could do to …