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Transferrin and Iron-binding Capacity (TIBC, UIBC) Test

December 21, 2022
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Explaines how the TIBC, UIBC, and transferrin tests are used. Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) is most frequently used along with a serum iron test to evaluate people suspected of having either iron deficiency or iron overload.

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Test

December 6, 2022
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Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is released when cells in the body are damaged. Measuring LDH can show if tissue has been damaged and help assess certain cancers.

Hematrocit Blood Test

September 13, 2022
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A hematocrit test measures the proportion of the blood composed of red blood cells, helping to find and monitor conditions that affect the blood or bone marrow.

Ferritin Test

January 13, 2023
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Are you feeling anemic or concerned about your iron levels? Learn how ferritin helps the body process iron and what the results of a ferritin test mean.

D-Dimer Test

September 29, 2022
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D-dimer tests can help rule out harmful blood clots that can cause deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or stroke.

Creatine Kinase (CK) Blood Test

September 13, 2022
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Creatine kinase (CK) is an enzyme found in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscle. High amounts of CK are released into the blood when there is muscle damage. A CK blood test may be used to detect inflammation of muscles (myositis) or muscle damage due to muscle disorders (myopathies).

Tips on Blood Testing

January 27, 2021
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Many routine diagnostic tests require a blood sample. Common as it is, this brief procedure is the thing that causes the greatest apprehension among people getting lab tests performed. This article contains tips on making your blood tests more comfortable and less stressful.

PTT Blood Test (Partial Thromboplastin Time)

November 9, 2021
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Explains how the Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT, aPTT) is used, primarily to investigate unexplained bleeding or clotting.

Albumin Blood Test

November 24, 2022
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A description of the Albumin test - what it tests for, when to get one, and what your next steps may be.

Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) Test

September 13, 2022
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The hemoglobin A1c test can detect diabetes and help you manage it. Learn more about this test and what the results can mean for you.

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