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Pulse Oximetry

Pulse oximetry, or pulse ox, is a quick, inexpensive, and needle-free test that measures the amount of oxygen in your blood. It shows whether your heart and lungs supply enough oxygen to meet your body's needs.

Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read

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Kidney Function Test

Kidney function tests are urine or blood tests that evaluate how well your kidneys are working. Most of these tests measure glomerular filtration rate (GFR). GFR assesses how efficiently your kidneys clear waste from your system.

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PET Scan

Positron emission tomography (PET) scans detect early signs of cancer, heart disease and brain disorders. An injectable radioactive tracer detects diseased cells.

Posted September 30, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read

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Electroencephalogram

An EEG (electroencephalogram) measures your brain’s activity. Brain activity can help your healthcare provider diagnose and monitor brain-related conditions like epilepsy.