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A comprehensive metabolic panel is a blood test that measures your sugar (glucose) level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney

Briefly discusses obstetric panel, a group of blood tests used to check a person's health during early pregnancy. Includes links

Covers blood test used to find markers of hepatitis infection. Lists types of hepatitis panels. Includes links for more info on

Guides through the decision to have surgery for tennis elbow (also called lateral epicondylitis). Explains how surgery is done

There are two types of surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon: In open surgery, the surgeon makes a single large incision in

It's a good idea to keep copies of your medical records. You'll need them if you change doctors, move, get sick when you're away

A contraction stress test (CST) measures the fetus's ability to tolerate the stress of uterine contractions started (induced)

Caring for a dying loved one can be a rewarding but difficult experience. Let the person you're caring for do as much as they can

Looks at homocysteine as a test to measure homocysteine in the blood. Covers how test is done and what results mean. Explains what

Chronic pain often requires both counseling and medical treatment, because it can have a wearing effect on both the body and the