X-Ray
...hyroid test A spinal tap for a cerebrospinal fluid
analysis if meningitis is suspected Occasionally, an MRI of the neck ... Full article >>> X-ray examination of the chest may reveal certain abnormal changes associated with pneumonia . Full article >>> X-ray High-energy ...
Toxins
...ubstance(s) with the victim for identification and
analysis when seeking medical help. Full article >>> Toxins , reabsorbed from a constipated bowel , can also result in migraines , chronic gas and bloating , thyroid problems, meningitis , and myasthenia gravis . Constipation tends to...
Toxin
...ubstance(s) with the victim for identification and
analysis when seeking medical help. Full article >>> Toxin -producing bacteria destroying body tissue is called moist gangrene . The clostridium bacteria can produce lethal toxin s in a wound - this is known as gas gangrene . The ...
Testes
...e body. Full article >>> Karyotypic
analysis is helpful in males with a high FSH , azospermia and small testes . Full article >>> This test is used to differentiate hypogonadism ( ovary or testes ) into primary hypogonadism (problem is with the ovary or testes ) or s...
Synovia
.... Full article >>> Synovia l fluid
analysis Definition: Synovia l fluid
analysis is a battery of tests performed on synovia l ( joint ) fluid to help diagnose and treat joint -r...
Swelling
...y also be swelling of the head and neck. Urine
analysis may show traces of blood and protein in the urine . Full article >>> Swelling at the top of the ureter , usually because something is blocking the urine from flowing into or out of the bladder . hypercalciuria (HY-per-kal-se...
Stools
...history and physical examination , a labor atory
analysis of stools , and sometimes other tests. Full article >>> can lead to inflammation of the liver and damage to liver tissue . This can cause a buildup of toxins that can make the sclera (white portion) of the eyes to hav...
Stool
...history and physical examination , a labor atory
analysis of stool s , and sometimes other tests. Full article >>> For example, lung cancer can cause cough ing, shortness of breath or chest pain while cancer of the colon often causes weight loss , diarrhea , constipation and b...
Sputum
...ough ing. Full article >>> Sputum
analysis - A small amount of mucus is collected and tested for respiratory infection . Full article >>> Sputum A substance obtained from the lungs and bronchi al tubes by clearing the throat or cough ing. Sputum can be tested for evid...
Sperm
...riod and measured according to conventional semen
analysis , computerised motility assessment, determination of reactive oxygen species generation, ... Full article >>> endoscopy , digestive system; endoscopy , gastrointestinal ; endoscopy , upper; Endo's fuchsin agar; Endo, Shigeru; end...
Serology
...est. Full article >>> Serology The
analysis of the contents and properties of blood serum ....or. Full article >>> Serology The
analysis of the contents and properties of blood serum . Serum ... Full article >>> Sero...
Semen
Semen
analysis Definition: A semen
analysis is a test to evaluate a man's fertility . Full article >>> Semen allergy Q. I o...
Semen analysis
Semen
analysis Definition: A semen
analysis is a test to evaluate a man's fertility . Full article >>> The subjects' sperm we...
Reticulocyte count
...scope system aids in automation of previous manual
analysis of six applications (white blood cell differential analysis, WBC morphology, red blood cell morphology, platelet estimates, reticulocyte count , ... Full article >>>...
Respiration
...alignant pleura l mesothelioma : a retrospective
analysis of sixty-five patients. Respiration 59 (3): 129-35, 1992. [PUBMED Abstract] ... Full article >>> If you feel stress levels building up try to relax, breath deeply to bring your respiration back to normal. Eat regular meals. Ful...
Recovery
...- biopsy system used to obtain cell samples for
analysis and diagnosis of bladder cancer . Mfg: Medical Device Technologies. Source: Business Wire - 1/14/97. Full article >>> Stroke Recovery : Immobilization Therapy Stroke Recovery : The Basics of Physical Rehabilitation TIA: A Wa...
RBC
...bor atory applications, including WBC differential
analysis and morphology, RBC morphology, platelet estimates, reticulocyte count , ... Full article >>>...
Pulse
...teraction between doctors and patients through the
analysis of in-depth interviews with more than 1, ... Full article >>> - Has rapid pulse and flaring nares - Is increasingly restless - Is leaning forward in an attempt to breathe ... Full article >>> Blood pressure , pulse ,...
Protein S
...ently inactive. Full article >>> An
analysis of several studies showed that substituting soy protein for animal protein s ignificantly reduced total cholesterol , LDL cholesterol , and triglycerides in people with elevated cholesterol . Full article >>> ALKALINE PHOSPHA...
Prognosis
...e, phenytoin, and valproate; it requires a careful
analysis of seizure motor activity, anatomical cause, precipitating factors, age of onset of the disorder, severity, daily rhythms, and prognosis . Full article >>> Fine M, Smith M, Carson C, Mutha S, Sankey S, Weissfeld L, Kapoor WN. Progn...
Pregnancy test
...ing CBC and blood chemistry (chem-20) Urine
analysis for ketones and severity of dehydration Pregnancy test s ... Full article >>> Barium enema , sigmoidoscopy , or colonoscopy (if colon cancer is suspected) Liver function tests Kidney function tests Thyroid function tes...
Pleural fluid analysis
Pleural fluid
analysis Definition: Pleural fluid
analysis examines fluid that hascollected in the pleura l space. The pleura is a thin membrane that lin...
Platelet
...telet -function analyzer Rapid platelet -function
analysis system detects platelet abnormalities with determinations available in ten minutes. Mfg: Dade Behring. Source: PR Newswire - 11/24/97. Full article >>> Acquired Qualitative Platelet Disorder (Acquired Platelet Function Disorder) ...
Placenta abruptio
...2; may also be performed, including labor atory
analysis for protein and/or bacterial infection . An abdominal ultrasound may aid in the diagnosis of any condition that involves a malpositioned placenta , such as placenta previa or placenta abruptio n. Full article >>>...
Physiology
...iology (EP) study of the heart is a nonsurgical
analysis of the electrical conduction system (normal or abnormal) of the heart . Full article >>> INTRA CARDIAC ELECTRO PHYSIOLOGY STUDIES - A special study that involves the placement of electrodes inside the heart to map the electrical c...
Physical examination
...history and physical examination , a labor atory
analysis of stools , and sometimes other tests. Full article >>> Note: This finding is diagnose d by the health care provider and the person may or may not have been aware of its presence. The physical examination will include a detailed ab...
Pericardiocentesis
...n rate ( ESR ) pericardiocentesis with chemical
analysis and pericardial fluid culture ... Full article >>> If excessive fluid has accumulated around the sac surroundig the heart ( pericardium ), you may need to have the fluid removed through a pericardiocentesis . Treatment : ... F...
Oximeter
...Ximeter 4000 Bedside blood -gas monitor provides
analysis of tHb, O2Hb, MetHb, and COHb with results available within 10 seconds. Mfg/Source: Diametrics - 2/06/98. Full article >>> Pulse Oximeter : You may be hooked up to a pulse oximeter (ox-IM-uh-ter). It is placed on your ear, finge...
Muscle biopsy
...moval of a small piece of muscle for microscopic
analysis ( muscle biopsy ) shows the scattered breakdown and repair of muscle fiber s. Full article >>> Removing a small piece of muscle tissue for microscopic examination is called a muscle biopsy . DM is marked by characteristic chang...
Metabolite
...article >>> Metabolomics: The global
analysis of metabolite s, small molecules generated in the process of metabolism . See also: Metabonomics. Search All of MedicineNet For: search help Printer-Friendly Format ... Full article >>> Rimland, Bernard. "DMG, A Non toxic Metabolit...
Malignancy
...nt. Full article >>> In some cases,
analysis of the tissue sample which shows malignancy will suggest the need for immediate surgery while the patient is already prepared and under anesthesia . Full article >>> A low NMP22 (nuclear matrix protein ) value 10 days after su...
Liver biopsy
...ver biopsy A spinal tap for cerebral spinal fluid
analysis A neurological examination A head CT or head MRI scan that rules out other causes of mental status changes A variety of other tests that may be indicated ... Full article >>> Scans may also be used since these can help identify wh...
Lavage
...o empty the contents of the stomach , usually for
analysis or removal of irritating elements such as poison ...ollecting samples of cells from breast ducts for
analysis under a microscope. Full article >>> LAVAGE : Washing a body cavity or internal o...
Ketones
...ing CBC and blood chemistry (chem-20) Urine
analysis for ketones and severity of dehydration Pregnancy test s ... Full article >>> untreated phenylketonuria , a problem in the body's ability to handle certain chemicals named phenyl ketones lack of oxygen during birth encep...
Kidney
...f luteal phase defect by replenishing kidney . An
analysis of 53 cases Zhang HY; Yu XZ; Wang GL Xijing Hospital , Fourth Military Medical University, Shaanxi. Full article >>> Adrenal glands Two small organ s near the kidney s that release hormone s. AFP ( Alpha fetoprotein ) A tumor m...
Joint X
.... Full article >>> Synovia l fluid
analysis shows uric acid crystals. Uric acid ( blood test) may be elevated. Joint X -ray s may be normal. The following tests might also be helpful: ... Full article >>>...
Karyotyping
... hormone s in the blood as well as a chromosonal
analysis (called karyotyping ) to determine the genetic sex of the baby. Full article >>>...
Joint
...ion. Full article >>> Joint fluid
analysis is done to: Determine the cause of joint swelling or pain . Full article >>> Joint s can become painful for a number of reasons. The reasons can range from an injury to a specific joint to an overall condition, such as art...
Joint X-ray
.... Full article >>> Synovia l fluid
analysis shows uric acid crystals. Uric acid ( blood test) may be elevated. Joint X-ray s may be normal. The following tests might also be helpful: ... Full article >>>...
Hypoglycemia
...ver biopsy A spinal tap for cerebral spinal fluid
analysis A neurological examination ... Full article >>> Determine whether an abnormally low blood sugar level ( hypoglycemia ) is present. A test to measure blood levels of a protein c alled C-peptide may be done along with a blood gl...
Guillain
... puncture to withdraw a small amount of CSF for
analysis may lead to serious complications. Full article >>> Guillain -Barr� syndrome A rare but reversible reaction to a viral illness or immunization that causes partial to complete loss of movement of certain muscle s, weaknes...
Grass
...onie software program for digit al monitoring and
analysis of neurophysiological disorders. Mfg/Source: Astro-Med/New Products. Full article >>> MOW THE GRASS (JUNE 16, 2004) [READER'S SON -- AT ELEVEN -- TOO YOUNG TO MOW THE GRASS ] MUSIC THERAPY (MAY 26, 2004) [MUSIC THERAPY CAN IMPROVE E...
Gl
...ire - 08/29/96. Full article >>> An
analysis of 53 cases Zhang HY; Yu XZ; Wang GL Xijing Hospital , Fourth Military Medical University, Shaanxi. Chung Kuo Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih (CHINA) Aug 1992, 12 (8) p473-4, 452-3, ... Full article >>> In GL Mandell et al., eds., Princ...
Genetics
...erms, a genetic trait is amenable to segregation
analysis rather than quantitative analysis. Full article >>> DELETION: In genetics , any spontaneous elimination of a section of genetic material (ie, from a chromosome ) either in nature or in the labor atory. A deletion is a type of mut...
Gastric suction
...o empty the contents of the stomach , usually for
analysis or removal of irritating elements such as poison s. Full article >>> Naso gastric suction Definition Naso gastric suction involves removing solids, liquids, or gasses from the stomach or small intestine by inserting a tube throu...
Gastric
...o empty the contents of the stomach , usually for
analysis or removal of irritating elements such as poison s. Alternative Names: Gastric lavage ; Stomach pumping; Naso gastric tube ... Full article >>> GASTRIC LAVAGE - A procedure used to empty the stomach of its contents. Perfor...
EKG
... EKG ) chest X-ray may show heart failure CSF
analysis may show inflammation Receive our free newsletter or manage your subscriptions ... Full article >>> ejaculatory; ejaculatory duct ; ejecta; ejection; ejection fraction; ejection murmur ; ejection period; ejection sounds; ejector; E...
Drug abuse
...trokes and accidents , says a report based on an
analysis of existing studies. Full article >>> depression alcohol or drug abuse psychosocial stress lack of affection or warmth shown toward infant ... Full article >>> Risk factors include a simultaneous bacterial ...
Dialysis
...hrough dialysis machines and for routine blood
analysis testing. Full article >>> Children with limited kidney function may need dialysis , a procedure in which the blood is circulated through a machine or fluids are filtered through the peritoneal membrane s of the abdominal cavity ...
Diagnosis
...from which a patient is suffering from based on an
analysis of the clinical data. Full article >>>...history and physical examination , a labor atory
analysis of stools , and sometimes other tests. Full article >>> Diagnosis of CSD is made w...
C-reactive protein
...n rate ( ESR ) pericardiocentesis with chemical
analysis and pericardial fluid culture ... Full article >>> abnormal sedimentation rate or C-reactive protein ( labor atory tests performed on blood ) ... Full article >>> However, the researchers found that the level of ba...
Conjunctivitis
...onjunctivitis ... Full article >>>
analysis of treatment -by- smoking interaction suggested that isotretinoin was harmful in current smokers and beneficial in never smokers. Statistically significant treatment -related toxic effects included cheilitis, skin dryness, conjunctivitis , .....
Chronic Pain
...tests such as physical examination , x-ray s and
analysis of joint fluid. How is the test performed? Full article >>> Fibromyalgia is an illness that causes chronic pain in muscle s and ligament s. Although this disorder affects about 4 million Americans, the vast majority of them are...
Chronic
...lly measure and how they should be interpreted. An
analysis of characteristics of hospital s with chronic shortages of registered nurses. Full article >>> might be elicited during arthritis but they are also involved in normal processes of tissue morphogenesis and remodeling (implantatio...
Chest X
...f respiratory di stress syndrome Blood gas
analysis Serum glucose Serum calcium Serum bilirubin ... Full article >>> Chest x rays and CT scans are used to check for the presence of fluid accumulation in the lungs and signs of bronchiectasis . Treatment ... Full articl...
Chest X-ray
...f respiratory di stress syndrome Blood gas
analysis Serum glucose Serum calcium Serum bilirubin ... Full article >>> chest x-ray An x-ray of the structures inside the chest. An x-ray is a type of high-energy radiation that can go through the body and onto film, making p...
Ceruloplasmin
...rmine the amount of copper in the liver , urine
analysis to look for high levels of copper in the urine , blood tests to test for low levels of ceruloplasmin (copper protein ) in the blood , ... Full article >>> Deficiency , ceruloplasmin Deficiency , FA LDH Deficiency , FAO De...
CBC
...mplete blood count ( CBC ). A CBC is a routine
analysis performed on a sample of blood taken from the patient's vein with a needle and vacuum tube. Full article >>> complete blood count ( CBC ) - a measurement of size, number, and maturity of different blood cells in a specific volu...
BUN
...rease Creatinine increase Arterial blood gas
analysis showing metabolic acidosis Urinalysis showing high protein levels (especially with kidney impairment) or microscopic blood in the urine ) ... Full article >>> SU BUN IT HIV VACCINE : A genetic ally engineered vaccine th...
Bronchoscopy
...opy Lung scan Pulmonary function tests Sputum
analysis (if the cough produces sputum ) X-ray of the chest ... Full article >>> During bronchoscopy or collection of a sputum sample using a catheter , you may feel a strong urge to cough as the bronchoscope or catheter passes i...