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… for you. Many diseases can cause LDH levels to go up. Other tests are usually needed to confirm a diagnosis. For many … for you. Many diseases can cause LDH levels to go up. Other tests are usually needed to confirm a diagnosis. For many …
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… is needed, and treatment may be needed. All abnormal Pap tests require follow-up to identify development of more … is needed, and treatment may be needed. All abnormal Pap tests require follow-up to identify development of more …
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… is not having menstrual cycles. Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Current as of: … is not having menstrual cycles. Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Current as of: …
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… field to separate the proteins in the blood serum into groups of similar size, shape, and charge. Blood serum contains two major protein groups: albumin and globulin. Both albumin and globulin carry … Problems with the immune system Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Current as of: …
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… Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? Decision Point You may want to have … test such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS) in the first trimester or amniocentesis in the second trimester—to find … a baby could have. A birth defects test can cost a lot. Check to see if your provincial health plan will cover it. …
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… any antibodies or antigens in his or her blood. Several tests can find antibodies to or genetic material (RNA) of the HIV virus. These tests include: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). … to confirm the diagnosis. If ELISA is negative, other tests usually aren't needed. This test has a low chance of …
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… referrals to specialists or finding local support groups. Genetic counsellors have specialized training in … Citations Chernecky CC, Berger BJ (2013). Laboratory Tests and Diagnostic Procedures , 6th ed. St. Louis: … referrals to specialists or finding local support groups. Genetic counsellors have specialized training in …
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