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Why the HCG blood test is better than a home urine pregnancy test by Dr. Aniruddha M. Medical Doctor

Posted Sun 02 Jan 2011 10:57pm Blood tests for checking the beta HCG level are better than home urine pregnancy tests for the following reasons. 1. They are more accurate , sensitive and reliable... that they cannot be picked up by the urine test ( which becomes positive only after the blood HCG levels cross more than about 30-50 mIU/ml). Other reasons the urine test can be incorrectly Read on »

Blood tests and other pathology testing form part of a thorough medical check by Dave W Healthy Living Professional

Posted Wed 04 Nov 2009 10:05pm Vitamin D Deficiency in Children (0) Risking Vitamin D deficiency – the doctor’s advice (0) Tags: blood tests, diagnostic laboratories, health screen, medical check, vitamin d... Anyone seeking a full health screen will want a good range of pathology testing analysis as part of that check. This diagnostic element often provides some of the most Read on »

News About Diabetes & Genes -- New Genetic Risk Factors Found & New Blood Test to Test for Genes, Which Put You At Risk by Connie Bennett Healthy Living Professional

Posted Thu 18 Dec 2008 8:10pm street, and look what we find.” Meanwhile, as mentioned in a recent Newsweekarticle, a simple blood test may soon be used to identify individuals whose genes put them at high risk... in the body. People with an abnormal copy of the gene are at a much greater risk of developing diabetes. This new test -- which could help spur people to action (such as exercising Read on »

Direct Access Testing for cheap blood tests by Yusuf Saleeby Medical Doctor

Posted Sun 06 Mar 2011 12:00am a complete blood cell count, a metabolic panel to check glucose levels, electrolytes and kidney function, often liver function testing is included. Additionally a urinalysis is a good... Is DAT right for you? How direct access testing can save you money on routine healthcare costs. By Yusuf Saleeby, MD Healthcare cost rising, lower number Read on »

Blood test for breast cancer p… by Matthew Z. Patient Expert

Posted Mon 28 Jun 2010 8:37am Blood test for breast cancer pre-lump detection replaces feeling girls up. In other news, men are sad. # stupidcancer Read on »

Blood Tests, Zyflamend and Capsaicin Update by Margaret Patient Expert

Posted Fri 04 Sep 2009 10:59pm Blood. I went to have my blood tests at Careggi hospital this morning. From now on, my friend and I are going to try to have our tests done at the same time, depending on our schedules etc. This morning, chatting about this and that, time simply flew by, and we were [...] Read on »

Hope for Alzheimer's blood test - BBC News article by Ann H. Patient Expert

Posted Sat 13 Sep 2008 3:52am UK scientists are developing a blood test which may be able to pick up signs of Alzheimer's disease before people start to show symptoms. The team from the Institute of Psychiatry found levels of two types of protein in the blood were only present if people had the condition. Read on »

Blood Test by Pairofmoms Posted Sat 04 Apr 2009 12:00am Yesterday I arranged for a blood test, just for my own peace of mind. After school I darted over to my PCP for the lab slip and then over to the lab for the draw. Results are there today, but since the office is closed I will not hear until Monday. I did not take another test today. I put them away. Read on »

Blood tests confirm trans fat dangers by Cathy T. Healthy Living Professional

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Posted Tue 26 Aug 2008 4:07pm Blood tests confirm trans fat dangers THE QUESTION: The changes in a woman's body that come with menopause are often accompanied by hot flashes, difficulty sleeping and altered mood. ... Read on »

Help to read your blood test results by Toni Kaste Posted Tue 22 Dec 2009 12:00am I am still waiting on the copy of my blood test results from my new doctor. I came across this site and it tells how to interpret blood test results for the layperson. It tells what CRP measures and homocysteine etc, tests I have mentioned on earlier posts. Do get your results from your doctor and keep them in a binder so in case your doctor loses Read on »