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Lactose tolerance tests measure the ability of your intestines to break down a type of sugar called lactose. This sugar is found in milk and other dairy…
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Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) is the bacteria (germ) responsible for most stomach (gastric) and duodenal ulcers and many cases of stomach inflammation…
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Thyroid function tests are used to check whether your thyroid is working normally. The most common thyroid function tests are: Free T4 (the main thyroid…
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Newborn screening tests look for developmental, genetic, and metabolic disorders in the newborn baby. This allows steps to be taken before symptoms develop.…
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Home vision tests measure the ability to see fine detail. Visual acuity test - home; Amsler grid test There are 3 vision tests that can be done at home: Amsler…
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Pulmonary function tests are a group of tests that measure breathing and how well the lungs are functioning. PFTs; Spirometry; Spirogram; Lung function tests;…
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Kidney function tests are common lab tests used to evaluate how well the kidneys are working. Such tests include: BUN (Blood urea nitrogen) Creatinine - blood…
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Liver function tests are common tests that are used to see how well the liver is working. Tests include: Albumin Alpha-1 antitrypsin Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)…
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Autoimmune hepatitis is an uncommon cause of chronic hepatitis in the United States. It occurs when immune cells mistake the liver's normal cells for harmful…
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If you or a loved one need a heart transplant, it’s reassuring to know that caring experts are ready to support you through the journey.
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An assessment is conducted to diagnose, determine current functioning level and guide treatment planning. For children, an assessment can be used to compare…
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Diagnostic tests on the urinary tract can provide clues to many diseases and a person’s overall health. Here are some common urologic evaluations: Commonly…
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The testes are 2 egg-shaped male reproductive organs located in the scrotum. They produce sperm and the male hormone, testosterone. Testicles; Gonads - male…
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A glucose screening test is a routine test during pregnancy that checks a pregnant woman's blood glucose (sugar) level. Gestational diabetes is high blood…
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Emphysema is a long-term lung condition that causes shortness of breath due to damaged and enlarged air sacs in the lungs (alveoli). Those suffering from…
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The CMV blood test determines the presence of substances (proteins) called antibodies to a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV) in the blood. CMV antibody tests…
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As a lung transplant patient at UF Health, you can expect innovative, effective, and compassionate care from a program that sets a national standard for its…
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Call for an appointment with one of our infectious diseases expert, Dr. Norman Beatty, if you think you may have Chagas disease. Chagas disease is a tropical…
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In live-donor liver transplantation (LDLT) a healthy person donates a portion of his or her liver to another individual, usually a relative or friend. After…
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The 2nd most common urologic cancer, bladder cancer affects over 82,000 Americans per year. About 25% of those diagnosed are female with around 75% diagnosed…
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Intelligence quotient (IQ) testing is a series of exams used to determine your general intelligence in relation to other people of the same age. Intelligence…
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Patients with bicuspid aortic valve disease (BAVD) require continued monitoring and expert care. UF Health is the only system in the state of Florida that…
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The VDRL test is a screening test for syphilis. It measures substances (proteins), called antibodies, which your body may produce if you have come in contact…
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Triiodothyronine (T3) is a thyroid hormone. It plays an important role in the body's control of metabolism (the many processes that control the rate of…
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TSI stands for thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin. TSIs are antibodies that tell the thyroid gland to become more active and release excess amounts of thyroid…
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The Ham test is a blood test to diagnose paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). This rare condition causes red blood cells to die before they should. The…
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The erythropoietin test measures the amount of a hormone called erythropoietin (EPO) in blood. The hormone tells stem cells in the bone marrow to make more red…
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The Donath-Landsteiner test is a blood test to detect harmful antibodies related to a rare disorder called paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. These antibodies…
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The Schilling test can determine whether the body absorbs vitamin B12 normally. It helps assess the cause of vitamin B12 deficiency. This test is rarely, if…
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The Schirmer test determines whether the eye produces enough tears to keep it moist. Tear test; Tearing test; Dry eye test; Basal secretion test; Sjögren -…
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A pregnancy test measures a hormone in the body called human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG or hCG). HCG is a hormone produced during pregnancy. It appears in the…
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This test looks for a protein called albumin in a urine sample. Albumin can also be measured using a blood test or another urine test, called the protein urine…
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The CSF-VDRL test is used to help diagnose neurosyphilis. It looks for substances (proteins) called antibodies, which are sometimes produced by the body in…
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DHEA stands for dehydroepiandrosterone. It is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in both men and women. It can be converted to other hormones that have…
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The Coombs test looks for antibodies that may stick to your red blood cells and cause red blood cells to die too early. Direct antiglobulin test; Indirect…
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Lipase is a protein (enzyme) released by the pancreas into the small intestine. It helps the body absorb fat. This test is used to measure the amount of lipase…
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A1C is a lab test that shows the average level of blood sugar (glucose) over the previous 3 months. It shows how well you are controlling your blood sugar to…
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A pinworm test is a method used to identify a pinworm infection. Pinworms are small, thin worms that commonly infect young children, although anyone can be…
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The Pap test mainly checks for changes that may turn into cervical cancer. Cells scraped from the opening of the cervix are examined under a microscope. The…
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D-dimer tests are used to check for blood clotting problems. Blood clots can cause health problems, such as: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Disseminated…
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Methanol is a substance that can occur naturally in small amounts in the body. The main sources of methanol in the body include fruits, vegetables, and diet…
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VLDL stands for very low density lipoprotein. Lipoproteins are made up of cholesterol, triglycerides, and proteins. They move cholesterol, triglycerides, and…
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RPR (rapid plasma reagin) is a screening test for syphilis. It measures substances (proteins) called antibodies that are present in the blood of people who may…
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This test measures the amount of potassium in the fluid portion (serum) of the blood. Potassium (K+) helps nerves and muscles communicate. It also helps move…
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The Tensilon test is a method to help diagnose myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravis - Tensilon test A medicine called Tensilon (also called edrophonium) or a…
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The T3RU test measures the level of proteins that carry thyroid hormone in the blood. This can help your health care provider interpret the results of T3 and…
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A TSH test measures the amount of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in your blood. TSH is produced by the pituitary gland. It prompts the thyroid gland to make…
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Trypsinogen is a substance that is normally produced in the pancreas and released into the small intestine. Trypsinogen is converted to trypsin. Then it starts…
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A troponin test measures the levels of troponin T or troponin I proteins in the blood. These proteins are released when the heart muscle has been damaged, such…
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A string test involves swallowing a string to obtain a sample from the upper part of the small intestine. The sample is then tested to look for intestinal…