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… Colorectal Cancer Test Recommendations On this page: Overview Related … to start and stop screening. You may have one of several tests. People who have an increased risk for colorectal cancer may need to be tested sooner or more often. Colon …
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… Apolipoprotein E-4 Genetic (DNA) Test On this page: Overview Overview … choices, or a combination of these things. A blood test can look for a substance that seems to increase a … develop the disease. Most experts do not consider ApoE-4 testing a necessary or useful part of evaluating a person …
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… Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing On this page: Overview About the Test Deciding About … as healthy and strong as you can. The only treatment available for the lack of the protein is plasma containing … change your decision about having children because of test results. Your provincial or private health plan would pay …
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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 … not tested), you will be treated with antibiotics during labour. Hepatitis B . If you test positive for hepatitis B, … not tested), you will be treated with antibiotics during labour. Hepatitis B . If you test positive for hepatitis B, …
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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 …
