Laboratory Tests
Laboratory tests help doctors determine what is going on within your body. Many factors affect test results. Find a list …
2 min readA comprehensive A–Z reference of 1017 health topics from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine). Covers diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatments, diagnostic tests, and wellness topics.
This section provides a comprehensive A–Z reference of 1017 health topics from MedlinePlus, a service of the National Library of Medicine (NIH). Each article includes a plain-language summary of the condition, test, or treatment.
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Laboratory tests help doctors determine what is going on within your body. Many factors affect test results. Find a list …
2 min readLactose intolerance means that you cannot digest foods with lactose in them. Lactose is the sugar found in milk and …
2 min readLaser eye surgery (LASIK) is surgery to improve your vision. You may no longer need glasses or contacts. Learn about the …
2 min readA latex allergy causes rashes, asthma, or even anaphylaxis. Hundreds of everyday products contain latex. Learn what you …
2 min readLDL, or low-density lipoprotein, is the \"bad\" cholesterol. A high LDL level can lead to a buildup of cholesterol in …
6 min readBreathing air, drinking water or eating food that contains lead can cause health problems. Find a list of scenarios that …
3 min readLearning disabilities affect how people understand, remember and respond to information. Learn more on how to identify …
3 min readLeg injuries and leg disorders can affect the whole leg or just one part. Read about common leg injuries such as …
2 min readLegionnaires' Disease (Legionella Pneumonia) is caused by bacteria. You get it by breathing in mist from water that …
5 min readLeishmaniasis or leishmania, also known as Kala-azar is a parasitic disease spread by the bite of infected sand flies.
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