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Medical tests
… one type of test may be done. Some tests may be repeated after you inhale medicine that enlarges your airways … your results. This test can measure many different things about the way you breathe. These include how much air you … your results. This test can measure many different things about the way you breathe. These include how much air you …
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… an exercise challenge test, spirometry is done before and after you exercise on a treadmill or an exercise bicycle. … people with asthma have some decreased airflow during or after exercise. But most people who have asthma do not need … and how quickly you can breathe air in and out before and after taking medicine. Spirometry may be done before and …
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… D-xylose in urine and blood samples is measured before and after you drink a D-xylose solution. To begin the test, a … will usually provide you with a large container that holds about 4 L (1 gal) . The container has a small amount of … solution. Results Blood levels of D-xylose are highest about 2 hours after you drink the D-xylose solution. Almost …
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… the amount of blood in your heart muscle at rest and after it has been stressed. It is often done to find out … radioactive tracer is given through your IV. You will wait about 30 to 60 minutes. You might be asked to eat or drink … to 4 hours. How long the test takes Each scan may take about 30 to 60 minutes. How long the test takes will depend …
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… a HIDA scan, a camera takes pictures of your gallbladder after a radioactive tracer is injected into a vein in your … check how well the gallbladder is working. You may be asked about your reaction to the substance used to stimulate the … is inflamed. How long the test takes A HIDA scan takes about 1 to 2 hours. How It Feels You may feel nothing at all …
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… disability . The damage caused by PKU can begin weeks after the baby has started drinking breast milk or formula. … early. All babies in Canada are tested for PKU right after birth. To have the disease, you must inherit the gene … a heel stick). The test is done in the first few days after birth, as early as 24 hours after birth. The test may …
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… A IgM antibodies. These can be found as early as 2 weeks after you are first infected. They disappear 3 to 12 months after the infection. Hepatitis A IgG antibodies. These appear 8 to 12 weeks after you are first infected. They stay in your blood and …
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… can be seen more clearly. Pictures may be taken before and after the dye is used. To get more information from the … the test. Follow the instructions your doctor gives you about eating and drinking. If you take a medicine that … tests for most people. Results Your doctor will talk to you about the results of your test. Myelogram Normal: The dye …
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… supplements for a while before the test. Tell your doctor about all of the medicines and natural health products you … pictures of your thyroid gland from three different angles. After you get the tracer, you may have a scan about 30 minutes later. Or you may need to return up to 24 …
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… The incisions from the surgery usually leave several scars about 1 centimetre (1/2 inch) long. Why It Is Done … fibroids , and infection. Laparoscopy may be done after early infertility tests do not show the cause for the … as spinal anesthesia , may be used. Talk with your doctor about what choice is best for you. About an hour before the …
