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… Test Overview A chloride test measures the … urine. Chloride can also be measured in skin sweat to test for cystic fibrosis . Why It Is … Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Sweat Test Credits Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 …
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… Test Overview A sodium test checks how much … are also lost through the skin when you sweat. Most foods have sodium naturally in them … are also lost through the skin when you sweat. Most foods have sodium naturally in them …
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… Test Overview A tuberculin skin test (also called a Mantoux tuberculin test) is done to see if you have ever been …
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… #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. You can do … body has “seen” the bacteria before. This test alone cannot tell whether the bacteria are …
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… Test Overview The oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) measures the body's ability to use … with pregnancy ( gestational diabetes ). The test can be done on its own or as the second …
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… Test Overview A urine test checks different components of urine, a … or other substances in your urine. A urine test may be done to help find the cause of symptoms. The test can give information about your health and …
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… Test Overview A tilt table test is used to check people who have fainted … your fainting or feeling light-headed. The test uses a special table that slowly tilts you …
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… Test Overview A test for catecholamines measures the amount of … also may be measured during a catecholamine test. Catecholamines increase heart rate, blood … and tremors. Why It Is Done A catecholamine test is done to help diagnose a tumour in the …
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… Test Overview A lactic acid test is a blood test that measures the level of lactic acid …
