Factor V Leiden mutation and PT 20210 mutation tests determine whether you have inherited a gene mutation that increases your risk of developing a harmful blood clot, including a deep venous thrombosis (DVT) or venous thromboembolism (VTE)
Alcohol blood tests detect and measure alcohol use. Learn about types of alcohol blood tests, how testing is conducted, and how to understand your test results.
Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone made by the kidneys that plays a key role in production of red blood cells. An EPO test can help diagnose the cause of anemia or help identify people who need EPO replacement therapy.
Describes how epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation testing is used, when EGFR mutation testing is ordered, and what the results of EGFR mutation testing might mean
The direct antiglobulin test (DAT, direct Coombs) detects antibodies attached to red blood cells. It helps diagnose the cause of hemolytic anemia, hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN) or transfusion reaction.
Describes how the test for cyclosporine is used to determine the concentration of cyclosporine in your blood in order to establish a dosing regimen, maintain therapeutic levels, and detect toxic levels
