Acetaminophen is a common pain reliever and fever reducer. Lab testing can help determine if a person has taken too much acetaminophen (overdosed) and whether an antidote should be given.
Read about urinalysis, a common test used to diagnose and monitor a wide range of health issues, including diabetes, kidney disease, and liver disease.
A urine culture is used to diagnose a urinary tract infection (UTI) and to identify the bacteria or yeast causing the infection so it can be treated. A urine culture may be ordered when a person has symptoms such as a frequent urge to urinate and pain and burning when urinating.
Potassium is an electrolyte, a type of mineral that is essential to your health. Find out about the types of potassium tests and when and how they are used.