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Urine collection

... ( infants ) Definition: Urine collection is a noninvasive method of obtaining a urine sample from an infant . Full article >>> What are the instructions for Urine Collection ? At 7 a.m. on the day before you are to turn in your urine collection , empty your bladder in the toilet. Do n...

Thoracic

...ination of the structures inside the chest. It is noninvasive and poses less risk than invasive procedures (such as angiography or exploratory surgery ). Full article >>> If it occurs in the thoracic aorta , it is known as thoracic aortic aneurysm . Full article >>> BRA...

Stimulus

...2;> Algo newborn hearing screener Mobile, noninvasive instrument detects the auditory brainstem response (ABR) to a series of stimulus clicks; screens the entire hearing pathway from the outer ear to the brain stem. Full article >>> The nonpharmacologic treatment s for insomnia in...

Splint

...2; (The) Saturn Splint Splint ing device for noninvasive treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Studies have shown that use of the splint provides immediate relief from symptoms and may provide clinical remission after four weeks of use. Full article >>> If you use a wrist spli...

Palpate

...an also find ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a noninvasive condition. Full article >>> The acupressurist will gently feel and palpate the abdomen and other parts of the body to determine energy imbalances. Full article >>> The prostate can be felt ( palpate d) with the gl...

Occult

...nition: A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden ( occult ) blood in the stool . Such blood may arise from anywhere along the digestive tract. Full article >>> Fecal occult blood test : Checking for blood in stool Simple and nonsu...

Noninvasive

...ed superficial. Full article >>> A noninvasive im aging test, such as an ultrasound or a magn... simple cyst . Full article >>> A noninvasive procedure that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to construct pictures of the abdomen and its...

Melasma

...PhotoDerm PL An electro-optic device designed for noninvasive treatment of benign pigmented lesion s (including age spots, liver spots, freckles, birthmarks , melasma , hyperpigmentation and tattoos) by using intense pulse d light. Full article >>> Facial view of patient with a large, ...

Malabsorption

... of lactulose to mannitol in urine ; used in the noninvasive diagnosis of gastrointestinal malabsorption ... Full article >>> When inflamed, the small intestine is not able to do its main job, which is absorbing nutrients from food . The degree of this impairment, called malabsorption...

Lactic acid

...and stroke -like episodes (MELAS): evaluation by noninvasive tissue oximetry. J Neurol.Sci. 1-1-1999;162(1):65-68. Akihama, T., Nakamoto, Y., Shindo, T. Full article >>> Lactic acid osis Lactose intolerance Laennec's cirrhosis Lambert-Eaton Syndrome Lamellar ichthyosis Lancef...

Lactic acidosis

...and stroke -like episodes (MELAS): evaluation by noninvasive tissue oximetry. J Neurol.Sci. 1-1-1999;162(1):65-68. Akihama, T., Nakamoto, Y., Shindo, T. Full article >>> Lactic acidosis Lactose intolerance Laennec's cirrhosis Lambert-Eaton Syndrome Lamellar ichthyosis Lancefie...

Infections

...rized according to whether they are invasive or noninvasive . Noninvasive types of E. coli include what are called entero pathogenic E. Full article >>> Serious infections may require hospitalization for treatment . Immediate antibiotic treatment of anaerobic infections is neces...

In situ

...rcinoma in situ Carcinoma in-situ is a form of noninvasive bladder cancer . Carcinoma in situ refers to cancer that exists only within the very thin, most superficial membrane lining the bladder . Full article >>> LASIK (laser in situ keratomileusis) Surgery for nearsightedness th...

Hypothermia

...e >>> Thermo-STAT system Device for noninvasive treatment of hypothermia by rewarming the body core by application of negative pressure and a thermal load (heat) to a distal appendage. Mfg: Aquarius Medical Corporation. Source: FDA approvals - 2/17/97. Full article >>> Brr'in...

Helicobacter pylori

... UBT breath test for Helicobacter pylori Only noninvasive breath test for the detection of H. pylori infection (which causes peptic ulcer disease ), indicated as a preliminary and post treatment diagnostic test. Full article >>> Helicobacter Pylori - Learn about Helicobacter pylori ...

Hearing

...2;> Algo newborn hearing screener Mobile, noninvasive instrument detects the auditory brainstem response (ABR) to a series of stimulus clicks; screens the entire hearing pathway from the outer ear to the brain stem. Full article >>> Partial or complete hearing loss can severely...

Genes

...es tone 190 lithotripter Indicated for use in the noninvasive fragmentation of kidney ( renal pelvic and renal calyceal) and upper ureter al stones between 5 and 20 mm in size. Full article >>> Im genes Relacionades E stenosis carotdea; radiografa de la arteria izquierda E stenosis caro...

Fits

...article >>> The CapSure shield is a noninvasive , patient-applied device which fits over the urinary meatus. Similar to applying a suction cup, air is squeezed out of the device's cap while the device is positioned over the urinary meatus. Full article >>> Each person with diabet...

Fertility

...SC Fertility Monitor Wristwatch-like device for noninvasive monitoring of a woman's fertility status; the device, worn while sleeping, has an LCD which indicates the status: not fertile, fertile, or ovulating. Full article >>> MALE FERTILITY (JANUARY 5, 2005) [LOW SPERM COUNT NEEDS EVALU...

Fecal occult blood test

...finition: A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden ( occult ) blood in the stool . Such blood may arise from anywhere along the digestive tract. Full article >>> Fecal occult blood test : Checking for blood in stool Simple and nonsurg...

Escherichia coli

...rized according to whether they are invasive or noninvasive . Noninvasive types of E. Full article >>> Escherichia coli O157:H7, salmonella , shigella , Listeria monocyto genes , Giardia intestinalis Abdominal cramps , nausea , diarrhea and vomiting Wash fruits and vegetables thor...

Echocardiogram

...rticle >>> An echocardiogram is a noninvasive test that uses sound waves to look at the structure and function of your heart . A transducer, which is a medical device, converts electrical energy into sound waves which are then directed into your body. Full article >>> Echocardi...

ECG

...ticle >>> An ECG is a painless , noninvasive way to diagnose many common types of heart disease . It may be done when you are admitted to the hospital or as part of a physical exam. Full article >>> Prime ECG electro cardiac mapping system Electro cardiac mapping system...

Dyes

...y medicines. Full article >>> This noninvasive test, which doesn't expose you to radiation or dyes , uses sound waves to produce a picture of internal organ s, including the liver . Ultrasound is painless and usually takes less than 30 minutes. Full article >>> Allergen s,...

Diabetes

...ectronic inhaler," thus providing patients with a noninvasive method of maintaining control of blood sugar . Full article >>> Pregnancy Diabetes mellitus , AIDS , herpes simplex Sugar intake Tight clothing Allergic reaction Prescribed drugs, e.g. antibiotics , corticosteroids...

CT scan

...one. Full article >>> CT scan is a noninvasive procedure and is usually performed on an outpatient basis (i.e., does not require overnight hospitalization ). The amount of radiation used in a CT scan is low, and the procedure is considered to be safe. Full article >>> CT scans ar...

Cobalt

...t Scalpel Focused radiation therapy system for noninvasive stereotactic treatment of cancer tumor s. Full article >>> A metal ball (usually cobalt or titanium-based alloys) that replaces the top of the femur or leg bone. Attached to this ball is a metal stem, which is inserted down i...

Blood flow studies

Blood flow studies These are noninvasive (external) tests that will tell your doctor if there is disease in the arteries or veins, or ifenough blood is reaching an arm or leg. Full article >>> - Blood Flow Studies - Doppler Ultrasound Exam of An Extremity - Duplex/Do...

Birthmark

...PhotoDerm PL An electro-optic device designed for noninvasive treatment of benign pigmented lesion s (including age spots, liver spots, freckles, birthmark s , melasma , hyperpigmentation and tattoos) by using intense pulse d light. Full article >>> A port wine stain is a type of b...

Birthmarks

...PhotoDerm PL An electro-optic device designed for noninvasive treatment of benign pigmented lesion s (including age spots, liver spots, freckles, birthmarks , melasma , hyperpigmentation and tattoos) by using intense pulse d light. Full article >>> In Nf1 symptoms usually appear in ear...

Anesthesia

...ia the sympathetic nervous system with the use of noninvasive sensors; not yet FDA approved. Mfg: Meduck Technologies, div. of MedSearch Inc. Source: Business Wire - 12/04/98. Full article >>> General anesthesia usually is reserved for emergency Caesarean sections. If general anesthesia is...

Aging

...netic resonance spectroscopic im aging : (MRSI) A noninvasive im aging method that provides information about ...2;> MAGNETIC RESONANCE IM AGING ( MRI ): A noninvasive , non-X ray diagnostic technique-also called nuclear magnetic resonance or NMR-based on the magnetic...