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Medical tests
… a microscope for signs of infection or a disease, such as cancer. Other tests may also be used to check the lymph … a microscope for problems. Fine-needle aspiration biopsy. Your doctor inserts a thin needle into a lymph node and … general anesthesia , follow the instructions exactly about when to stop eating and drinking, or your surgery may be …
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… space (subarachnoid space) between the bones in your spine (spinal canal). A myelogram may be done to find a … You may feel a quick, sharp pain down your buttock or leg when the needle is moved in your spine. You may find it hard … medical tests. Over time, exposure to radiation may cause cancer and other health problems. But in most cases, the …
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… that is looked at under a microscope to check for breast cancer. A breast biopsy is usually done to check a lump … location of the abnormal area. Fine needle breast biopsy. Your doctor inserts a thin needle into a lump or abnormal … general anesthesia , follow the instructions exactly about when to stop eating and drinking, or your surgery may be …
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… or dye is used, you may feel a quick sting or pinch when the IV is started. The dye may make you feel warm and … medical tests. Over time, exposure to radiation may cause cancer and other health problems. But in most cases, the … in shape, number, and alignment. The discs and joints that support the spine are normal. The spinal canal is normal in …
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… used depends on where the sample will be taken from and your overall health. Methods are: Bronchoscopic biopsy. A … ribs and remove a sample of lung tissue. It is usually done when the other methods of lung biopsy have not been … if the diagnosis is not clear. Diagnose suspected lung cancer . Evaluate any abnormalities seen on other tests, …
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… is made by the adrenal glands. Cortisol levels get higher when the pituitary gland releases adrenocorticotropic … the toilet. Don't save this urine. This marks the start of your 24-hour period. For the next 24 hours, collect all your … tumours, which are usually benign. This means they are not cancer. Some types of cancer, such as adrenal cancer and …
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… range. This test is not usually used to find testicular cancer . If your doctor thinks you may have cancer, you will probably … 15 to 20 minutes. How It Feels You will feel a brief sting when the IV line is put in or when the local anesthetic is …
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… Skin biopsies most often are done to diagnose skin cancer , which may be suspected when an abnormal area of skin has changed colour , shape , … there's nothing you have to do before this test, unless your doctor tells you to. If you are taking any medicines, …
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… filled your uterus with liquid, most of it will flow out when the scope is removed. You will most likely go home the … and remove small fibroids or polyps. Check for endometrial cancer . Use tools to remove problem areas in the lining of … your back on an examination table with your feet and legs supported by footrests. Your doctor may place a lubricated …
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… Test Overview A breast self-examination involves checking your breasts for lumps or changes. Many breast problems are … women themselves, often by chance. Breast lumps can be non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant). Breast cancer … is usually 1 week after your menstrual period starts, when your breasts are least likely to be swollen or tender. …
