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… ophthalmoscopy, vision testing, and tonometry (to measure pressure in the eye). To look at structures in the back of … the iris and cornea (hyphema) from a sudden break in a blood vessel or as a result of an injury to the eye. Signs … the iris and cornea (hyphema) from a sudden break in a blood vessel or as a result of an injury to the eye. Signs …
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… are 34 or more weeks pregnant. During a contraction, the blood and oxygen supply to your baby drops for a short time. … a little to your left side. This is so you will not put pressure on the blood vessels in your belly. Two belts with sensors will be …
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… can be checked include the: Abdominal aorta . This large blood vessel passes down the back of the chest and belly. It supplies blood to the lower part of the body and the legs. Liver . … belly hurts already from an injury or illness, the slight pressure from the transducer may be somewhat painful. You …
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… diseases measure the amount of certain antibodies in your blood. Your body makes antibodies to attack and destroy … If you have several of these antibodies—or have them in high amounts—you may have an autoimmune disease. You may … If you have several of these antibodies—or have them in high amounts—you may have an autoimmune disease. You may …
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… types of samples are used for a viral test. They include blood, urine, stool (feces), organ tissue, spinal fluid, and … organ to be transplanted. Test a pregnant woman who has a high risk of passing a serious viral infection on to her … check again for a viral infection. Antibody titers that get higher over 3 weeks from the first sample to the second mean …
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… the test. Your doctor will tell you if you need to stop taking certain medicines before the test. The evening before … may change positions to help spread the barium. Some gentle pressure is put on your belly with a belt or by the … and a little nauseated. Risks Barium doesn't move into the blood, so allergic reactions are very rare. Some people gag …
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… from the rectum, long-lasting diarrhea or constipation, blood or pus in the stool, or lower abdominal pain. Remove … test: Talk with your doctor to find out if you need to stop taking some medicines, such as aspirin or other blood … can be uncomfortable. You may have cramping or a feeling of pressure or bloating. You may feel a brief, sharp pain when …
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… procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how soon to do it. If you take a medicine that prevents blood clots, your doctor may tell you to stop taking it … If the contrast material is injected with too much pressure, there is some chance of damage to the bladder or …
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… How To Prepare How It Is Done Results Test Overview Some blood tests are used to determine whether your liver is … long-term (chronic) infection. If liver enzymes are high, a test for hepatitis C antibodies may be done to see … long-term (chronic) infection. If liver enzymes are high, a test for hepatitis C antibodies may be done to see …
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… Help find the cause of symptoms such as rectal bleeding (blood in the stool), belly or pelvic pain, a change in … press firmly on the prostate to feel for problems. This pressure may make you feel the need to urinate. The … Help find the cause of symptoms such as rectal bleeding (blood in the stool), belly or pelvic pain, a change in …