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… Results Test Overview A potassium test checks how much potassium is in the blood. Potassium is both … their kidneys or adrenal glands. Check the effects of extra nutrition ( total parenteral nutrition [TPN] ) on potassium … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… Information Test Overview Cancer antigen 125 (CA-125) is a protein found on the surface of many ovarian cancer cells. … cancer are present. Most often, the CA-125 test is used to check how well treatment for ovarian cancer is working or to … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… Results Test Overview An iron test checks the amount of iron in the blood. Iron (Fe) is a mineral needed for hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Iron is also … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… Results Test Overview A sodium test checks how much sodium is in the blood. Sodium is both an … sodium levels have many causes, such as heart failure, malnutrition, and diarrhea. Other electrolytes, such as … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… produced by the liver. These tests can help your doctor check how well your liver is working. Tests may measure: Bilirubin. Albumin. Total serum protein. Tests that check for inflammation of the liver (liver enzyme studies) …
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… Results Test Overview Myoglobin is a protein found in heart tissue and other muscles. It is … event such as a heart attack or a burn. Myoglobin can be checked with a blood test or a urine test. Levels in the … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Urine test This test usually doesn't …
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… Test Overview A ferritin blood test checks the amount of ferritin in the blood. Ferritin is a protein in the body that binds to iron; most of the iron … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… of urea in your blood. Urea is a waste product made when protein is broken down in your body. Urea is made in the … BUN-to-creatinine ratio. This ratio can help your doctor check for problems, such as dehydration, that may cause … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Urine test This test usually doesn't …
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… of this mistaken attack, your immune system creates certain proteins called antibodies . If your doctor thinks you may … antibodies test is done to: Help diagnose celiac disease. Check how well a gluten-free diet is working as a treatment … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… caused by a low level of immunoglobulins (especially IgG ). Check the treatment for certain types of cancer affecting … past. This test is often done when the results of a blood protein electrophoresis or total blood protein test are … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of …
