Diagnostics

RAST, Radioallergosorbent antibody test

RAST s a blood test using radioimmunoassay test to detect specific IgE antibodies, to determine the substances a patient is…

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Pudendal and Paracervical Blocks

Pudendal and paracervical blocks are single-injection nerve blocks that are commonly used during obstetric and gynecologic procedures.

5 years ago

Therapeutic Cervical or Thoracic Nerve Root Block

Compression or inflammation of nerves in the neck (cervical spine) or mid-back (thoracic spine) cancan be eased with Cervical or…

5 years ago

Direct to Consumer, Genetic Testing

Direct-to-consumer genetic testing provides people access to certain of their genetic information without necessarily involving a healthcare provider

5 years ago

Staging Cancer using TNM

Staging helps describe where a cancer is located, if or where it has spread, and whether it is affecting other…

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Understanding Your Blood Pressure

More attention is given to systolic blood pressure (the first number) as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease for…

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Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy

Upper GI endoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor uses an endoscope—a flexible tube with a camera—to see the…

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Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that combines upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy and x-rays to treat problems of the…

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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Testing

The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a fast and inexpensive technique used to "amplify" - copy - small segments of…

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Blood, Types and ABO Testing

Blood groups explained, and how your blood works to provide life to your entire body. Understand donor compatibility and classification.

5 years ago

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