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… normally low. Testosterone increases during puberty. This causes boys to develop a deeper voice, get bigger muscles, … has a different range for what's normal. Your lab report should show the range that your lab uses for each test. The … (such as corticosteroids or estrogen). Being very overweight, having long-term (chronic) pain, or taking some pain …
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… Sputum Culture On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … to find germs (such as bacteria or a fungus ) that can cause an infection. A sample of sputum is added to a substance … ( Streptococcus ) and staph ( Staphylococcus ). The culture should not show any harmful bacteria or fungi. Normal …
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… Cholesterol and Triglycerides Tests On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … blood tests that measure lipids—fats and fatty substances used as a source of energy by your body. Lipids are found in … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon …
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… Kidney Biopsy On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … to make sure there is a good sample. The doctor may use ultrasound to guide the needle during the biopsy. The … during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how …
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… Prostate Biopsy On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … rectum . Guided by ultrasound, a spring-loaded needle is used to take samples from the prostate through the rectal … during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how …
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… Test Overview An echocardiogram (also called an echo) uses sound waves to make an image of your heart. A device … comfortable shoes (no bedroom slippers) and loose, lightweight shorts or sweatpants. Walking or running shoes are … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon …
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… Computed Tomography (CT) Angiogram On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … computed tomography angiogram (CT angiogram) is a test that uses X-rays to provide detailed pictures of the heart and … will let you know if there are certain foods or liquids you should avoid. If you are breastfeeding, you may want to pump …
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… Thoracentesis On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … in the pleural space. But too much fluid can build up because of problems such as infection, heart failure, and lung … during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how …
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… Abdominal Ultrasound On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … of the organs and other structures in your upper belly. It uses sound waves to show images on a screen. Areas that can … the ureters are enlarged because urine does not drain as it should. Kidney stones are seen. (But not all stones can be …
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… Hysteroscopy On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … from the uterus, such as fibroids or polyps. It may also be used to diagnose and treat abnormal bleeding or fertility … during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the procedure and how …
