Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) Test
This test measures the level of methylmalonic acid (MMA) in blood or urine. It's used to check for vitamin B12 …
6 min readA comprehensive A–Z reference of 302 medical tests from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine). Covers lab tests, diagnostic procedures, and screening tools.
This section provides a comprehensive A–Z reference of 302 medical tests from MedlinePlus, a service of the National Library of Medicine (NIH). Each article explains what the test is used for, why a doctor may order it, how to prepare, what to expect, and what results may mean.
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This test measures the level of methylmalonic acid (MMA) in blood or urine. It's used to check for vitamin B12 …
6 min readA microalbumin creatinine ratio test measures the amount of albumin in urine. Albumin in urine may be a sign of kidney …
8 min readA mononucleosis (mono) test is used to help diagnose infectious mono, a contagious disease most often caused by the …
7 min readMPV stands for mean platelet volume. An MPV blood test measures the average size of your platelets, which are blood …
5 min readThis test checks for MRSA, a type of staph bacteria that's resistant to many antibiotics. It can help you get the …
7 min readThis blood test looks for common MTHFR gene changes that may raise homocysteine, a natural substance in your blood …
8 min readA mucus in urine test is part of a urinalysis, a test that measures different cells, chemicals, and other substances in …
5 min readMyasthenia gravis (MG) tests diagnose MG, an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness. Treatment can improve your …
10 min readMyelography is an imaging test to check for problems in your spinal canal. It uses a type of x-ray called fluoroscopy or …
7 min readA nasal swab test takes a sample of cells from inside your nostrils or the upper part of your nose and throat. It is …
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