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Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI of the Shoulder

… ligaments , cartilage , and other joint structures are best seen with an MRI. In many cases MRI gives information … you have kidney problems or are pregnant. There is a slight chance of an allergic reaction if contrast material is used … ligaments , cartilage , and other joint structures are best seen with an MRI. In many cases MRI gives information …

Thyroid Scan

… Risks Anytime you're exposed to radiation, there's a small chance of damage to cells or tissue. That's the case even … low-level radioactive tracer used for this test. But the chance of damage is very low compared with the benefits of … Risks Anytime you're exposed to radiation, there's a small chance of damage to cells or tissue. That's the case even …

Human Immunodeficiency Virus HIV Test

… other tests usually aren't needed. This test has a low chance of having a false result after the first few weeks … feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood … other tests usually aren't needed. This test has a low chance of having a false result after the first few weeks …

Coombs Test

… feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood … feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood …

Radioactive Iodine Uptake Test

… because the amount used in the tracer is so small that your chance of an allergic reaction is very low. Have ever had a … Risks Anytime you're exposed to radiation, there's a small chance of damage to cells or tissue. That's the case even … low-level radioactive tracer used for this test. But the chance of damage is very low compared with the benefits of …

Phosphate in Blood Test

… the skin puncture. Risks Blood test There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood … the skin puncture. Risks Blood test There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood …

Bilirubin Test

… at the puncture site. Blood test There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood … at the puncture site. Blood test There is very little chance of having a problem from this test. When a blood …

Facial X-Ray

… if you have an injury. Risks There is always a slight chance of damage to cells or tissue from radiation, … the low levels of radiation used for this test. But the chance of damage from the X-rays is extremely low. It is not … the baby from exposure to radiation from the X-rays. The chance of harm is usually very low compared with the …

Thyroid Hormone Tests

Coronary Calcium Scan

… when your heart is in the resting stage, which is the best time for the CT scans to be taken. During the test, you … it hard to lie in one position for a long time. Risks The chance of a coronary calcium scan causing a problem is … when your heart is in the resting stage, which is the best time for the CT scans to be taken. During the test, you …