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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … (this can happen in countries where the blood supply is not tested for HIV) unsterilized body art equipment like tattoo … The only way to know if you have HIV is to have your blood tested. What is an HIV test? If you have been exposed to …
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… Well water testing Last updated June 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … (eg. a private household) you are responsible for testing your water to determine if it is safe for you and … Water samples should be sent to qualified laboratory for testing (see https://directory.cala.ca for a list of …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to receive early treatment, …
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… Sputum testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 … parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British … is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect saliva for this test. Why should I do a sputum test for TB? Testing your …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British … File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 … What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing tests are important for newborn babies and families because … the following tests. Tests for babies and toddlers Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) . Your child needs to be asleep to …
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… or changes can be difficult to detect or notice without testing. You need to correct some concerns early to prevent … vision in one eye is weaker than the other eye. The child's brain ignores the weak eye and uses the strong eye to see. … within the early childhood years. If untreated, the child's brain develops a clear picture in the strong eye and a …
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… issues of ocular development. Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive eye … vision in one eye is weaker than the other eye. The child's brain ignores the weak eye and uses the strong eye to see. If untreated, the child's brain develops a clear picture in the good eye and a blurry …
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… parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British … parts of your body, the symptoms may vary. How can I be tested? Visit your health care provider for a check-up if … provider will do a TB assessment and order the appropriate tests. There may be a cost depending on the reason for your …
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… lead poisoning and other issues such as anemia and impaired brain and nervous system functions. Currently there is no … lead, the paint will have a warning label. How can I test my home? You can check painted surfaces for lead by using a home lead test kit or sending a paint chip sample to a certified …
