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HIV Viral Load

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HIV viral load testing measures the amount of HIV genetic material in the blood. Learn more about this test and how it’s used to guide treatment for HIV.
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Editorial Policy

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The mission of Testing.com is to provide a comprehensive, accurate, dynamic, and up-to-date website to inform the public about laboratory testing. The scientific content is developed and updated in accordance with established editorial policies.
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BCR-ABL1 Test

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BCR-ABL1 testing detects the presence of the BCR-ABL1 gene sequence in an abnormal chromosome 22 to help diagnose chronic myelogenous leukemia and a form of acute lymphoblastic lymphoma.
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PML-RARA

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PML-RARA (promyelocytic leukemia/retinoic acid receptor alpha) is a specific abnormal rearrangement of genetic material from two separate chromosomes (translocation). A PML-RARA test is used to help diagnose acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL).
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Genetic Tests for Targeted Cancer Therapy

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Genetic tests for targeted cancer therapy detect mutations (changes) in the DNA of cancer cells. Knowing whether the cancer has a particular mutation can help guide the type of treatment that a person receives. The presence or absence of certain mutations can predict who may benefit from certain drugs and who is not likely to respond.
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Albumin Blood Test

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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.
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Gastrin

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Gastrin is a hormone that regulates the production of acid in the stomach during the digestive process. The gastrin test helps diagnose tumors called gastrinomas, Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) syndrome, and hyperplasia of G-cells.
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Pubic Lice Test

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Pubic lice are parasitic insects that live and typically reproduce in pubic hair. Learn more about the symptoms of pubic lice and how to get tested.
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Calcium Test

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A blood calcium test is ordered to screen for, diagnose, and monitor a range of conditions relating to the bones, heart, nerves, kidneys, and teeth.
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