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… Check-ups and tests in the third trimester Last updated August 9, 2013 Now … what to expect during third trimester medical visits: Blood test (24–28 weeks) A shot of Rh-immune globulin will be … for GBS is taken from the vagina and anal areas Women who test positive are given intravenous antibiotics, just to be …
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… Acute Kidney Injury Versus Chronic Kidney Disease On this page: Overview Overview … (acute) or over the long term (chronic). Many conditions, diseases, and medicines can create situations that lead to … acute kidney injury is usually diagnosed when routine tests show a sudden increase in creatinine and blood urea …
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… Check-ups and tests in the first trimester Last updated September 19, 2024 … . What to expect You can also expect to undergo a series of tests and check-ups, such as: Pregnancy test Detailed medical history including lifestyle factors, …
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Testing order for hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HIV Last … is treatment after an individual has been exposed to a disease. There is no evidence to support post-exposure … blood sample taken. The sample is sent to the BC Centre for Disease Control for testing. Here is a list of public …
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… and Physical Examination for Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease On this page: Overview Overview … when the person has symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Medical history The doctor will ask questions … can influence how a person performs on a mental status test. And some experts believe that they may affect the risk …
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… Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have Bypass Surgery? Decision Point You … you can talk to your doctor about them. Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have Bypass Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 … know if bypass surgery might help you? You may have several tests to see if a bypass could help you. You may have had an …
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… Cancer Antigen 125 (CA-125) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To … cancer that can cause high CA-125 values may include: Liver disease (such as hepatitis or cirrhosis ). Pancreatitis . … cancer that can cause high CA-125 values may include: Liver disease (such as hepatitis or cirrhosis ). Pancreatitis . …
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… Parkinson's Disease: Modifying Your Activities and Your Home On this … Overview When you have Parkinson's disease, you may find that making simple changes to your … occupational therapists, other people who have the disease, and the people who care for them may be good …
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… Using a Home Test Kit for Protein in Urine On this page: Overview Related … protein is a sign that your kidneys are being damaged. To test your urine each day, use a simple test kit that contains a urine testing strip that you dip …
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… Diabetes: Care of Blood Sugar Test Supplies On this page: Overview … important to take care of your supplies so that you can test your blood sugar safely and get the most accurate … have special ways to get rid of this waste. Protect your test strips from dampness and humidity. Don't store your …