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T3 Test
A T3 test or triiodothyronine test is a blood test that helps diagnose thyroid conditions, specifically hyperthyroidism.
Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
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ECG
An electrocardiogram i.e. ECG or EKG records the electrical signal from the heart to check for different heart conditions. Electrodes are placed on the chest to record the heart's electrical signals, which cause the heart to beat. The signals are shown as waves on an attached computer monitor or printer.
Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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PCR Test
The nose swab PCR test for COVID-19 is an accurate and reliable test for diagnosing COVID-19. A positive test means you likely have COVID-19. A negative test means you probably did not have COVID-19 at the time of the test.
Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
The sedimentation rate or `sed rate`, for short is a blood test that checks for inflammation in your body. It’s one clue for your doctor that you might have a disease linked to inflammation, like arthritis or cancer, or an infection.
Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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Cholesterol Test
Testing a person’s cholesterol levels is an easy way to check their risk of developing heart disease. If the results show that a person has high cholesterol, a doctor may prescribe medication, recommend lifestyle changes, or both.
Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read
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