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    What is a serum calcium measurement?
    A test for calcium in the blood checks the calcium level in the body that is not stored in the...  Full Post
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    What increases my risk for pelvic organ prolapse?
    Pelvic organ prolapse is often related to stretching and pressure during labor and childbirth. This...  Full Post
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    Why do I need a prothrombin time and INR test?
    Prothrombin time (PT) is measured to: Find a cause for abnormal bleeding or bruising. Check to see...  Full Post
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    What does a body temperature mean?
    Body temperature is a measure of the body's ability to generate and get rid of heat. When you tell...  Full Post
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    What should I think about if I have an MRI of the spine?
    Sometimes your MRI test results may be different from the results of CT, ultrasound or X-rays...  Full Post
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    What is a tissue type test (HLA)?
    A tissue type test is a blood test that identifies substances called antigens on the surface of...  Full Post
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    What are the risks of a mammogram that screens for breast cancer?
    A mammogram may help find cancer early. But finding cancer early doesn't always save lives. In some...  Full Post
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    How should I prepare for a kidney scan?
    Before your kidney scan, tell your doctor if: You are or might be pregnant. You are...  Full Post
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    How should I prepare for a skin biopsy?
    Before a skin biopsy, tell your doctor if you: Are taking any medicines, particularly...  Full Post
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    What are the risks of a bone biopsy?
    Problems from a bone biopsy are rare. There is a very small chance that the biopsy needle may break...  Full Post
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    What are the risks of a mammogram that screens for breast cancer?
    A mammogram may help find cancer early. But finding cancer early doesn't always save lives. In some...  Full Post
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    What are the risks of a prothrombin time and INR?
    There is very little chance of a problem from having blood sample taken from a vein. You may get a...  Full Post
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    Healthwise answered:
    What is a serum calcium measurement?
    A test for calcium in the blood checks the calcium level in the body that is not stored in the...  Full Post
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    Why might I need a bone mineral density test?
    A bone mineral density (BMD) test is suggested for: All women who are age 65 or older, and younger...  Full Post
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    Why is a chest x-ray used?
    A chest X-ray is done to: Help find the cause of common symptoms such as a cough, shortness of...  Full Post