Smooth Muscle Antibody (SMA) Test
This test looks for smooth muscle antibodies (SMAs) in your blood. SMAs are usually a sign of a liver condition called …
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 looks for smooth muscle antibodies (SMAs) in your blood. SMAs are usually a sign of a liver condition called …
6 min readA sodium blood test measures the level of sodium in your blood. Abnormal sodium levels may be a sign of a kidney problem …
5 min readA sputum culture uses a sample of sputum, a thick mucus made in your lungs, to help diagnose infections of your lungs or …
8 min readYour pancreas makes elastase to help digest food. A stool (poop) elastase test can help find out if your pancreas is …
6 min readStrep A is a type of bacteria that causes strep throat and other infections. A strep A test is most often used to …
9 min readIf you are pregnant, a group B strep test is used to look for GBS bacteria during your routine prenatal screening. It …
9 min readStress tests shows how well your heart works when it's pumping hard. They can find problems with blood flow to your …
8 min readA suicide risk screening is used to determine how likely it is that someone will attempt suicide. It often includes a …
8 min readA sweat test measures the amount of chloride in your sweat. A high level of chloride may be a sign of cystic fibrosis …
7 min readA synovial fluid analysis is a group of tests that checks for disorders that affect the joints. These include arthritis, …
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