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Albumin Blood Test: High and Low Levels (& What Results Mean)

The albumin blood test is usually ordered by the doctor to investigate for possible kidney or liver problems. It can also help to assess general nutritional status. Learn more about what high and low levels mean, why this test is ordered and what normal levels are.

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Troponin: Normal Levels, What Results Mean & Uses

Troponin is a type of protein that is released into the blood when there is damage to the heart. The troponin test is often used to confirm a possible heart attack, alongside other heart tests. Learn more about what a normal troponin level.

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Mammogram: What It’s For, How It’s Done & 5 Common Doubts

A mammogram is a test that is used to evaluate and detect changes to breast tissue. It can be ordered as routine screening or if there is suspicious finding noted during a physical breast exam. Learn more about how mammograms are done, who.

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Eosinophils: Reference Ranges (& What High or Low Levels Mean)

Eosinophils are a type of defense cell in the blood that can increase due to allergies, infections, medications or inflammatory diseases. Results should always be interpreted by the ordering physician to determine an underlying cause. Learn.

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Pap Smear: What Is, How it Works & Results

A pap smear is a gynecological exam that detects cervical changes and illnesses, like inflammation, HPV and cancer. It is recommended for all women who are sexuallu active. Learn more about the pap smear, how it's performed, and how to interpret the results.

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Estradiol Test: Uses, Preparation & Reference Ranges

An estradiol test looks at the levels of this hormone circulating in the blood. It is used to evaluate the functioning of ovaries in women, and the testes in men, especially in cases of infertility. Learn more about what this test is used for and what high or low levels mean.

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Urine Culture: What It Tests, How to Do, & Results

A urine culture test is generally used to diagnose a UTI. This test sects the quantity and type of bacteria present in the urine, as well as the best antibiotics for treatment. Learn more about how to collect a urine specimen for this test, what results mean, and other urine tests available.

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Arterial Blood Gases (ABG's): What It's For & Normal Levels

Arterial blood gases (ABGs) are a blood test done on patients admitted to the hospital. It evaluates whether gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) are being properly exchanged in the lungs. Learn more about why this test is done, how it's done and what normal levels should be.

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Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Why It’s High or Low (& Normal Ranges)

Alkaline phosphate is an enzyme that is present in the liver and bones and is helpful for evaluating for liver or bone disease. Learn more about when it’s ordered, what causes high or low levels, and what the normal ranges are.

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Creatinine: What Is It, Normal Levels & When to Worry

Creatinine levels are used to evaluate kidney function. Elevated levels may help to identify a kidney injury or infection. Learn what creatinine tests are for, and what the normal levels are, as well as what can cause high or low creatinine.

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Bilirubin: Types, Normal Ranges & What Causes High Levels

Bilirubin is a substance produced by the liver using hemoglobin that is released by destroyed or damaged red blood cells. Learn more about what the normal ranges are, the types of bilirubin (direct, indirect and total), as well as what can cause high levels.

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BUN Blood Test: What Is It, Uses & What Results Mean

A BUN blood test is ordered to evaluate kidney and liver function. Urea is a substance produced by the liver and is an end-product of breakdown of protein. Learn more about how it can measure liver and kidney function, why it’s ordered, and what normal ranges are. Also read about what high or low BUN levels mean.

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Protein in Urine: Causes, Types & Symptoms

High levels of protein in the urine can occur for many reasons, like high blood pressure, diabetes or dehydration. Learn more about what can cause protein in the urine, symptoms associated with proteinuria and how it is treated.

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CEA Blood Test: What It Tests & Normal Levels

CEA blood tests are usually ordered to help with the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with colorectal cancer. However, it can also be elevated with other health conditions, like liver or pancreatic problems. Learn more about what the CEA test, what it tests for and what normal levels are.

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TB Test: What Is It, How It’s Done & Positive or Negative Result

A TB test is done by injecting a small amount of tuberculin (protein from the tuberculosis bacteria) beneath the skin of the forearm. The skin reaction to this injection is then assessed 72 hours later. Learn more about how this test is done, and what a positive or negative result mean.

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Leukocytes: High or Low Levels & What Results Mean

Changes to leukocyte levels can happen due to several problems, such as infections or even cancer. Find out what leukocytes are, what causes a high white blood cell count, or a low count, and what to do in each situation.

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TSH Blood Test: What It's For & Why It's High or Low

The TSH blood test is a type of test that is generally ordered to evaluate thyroid health. Learn about what the normal values are, and what it means if your TSH level is too high or low, as well as what it means to order a sensitive TSH.

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Monocytes: High & Low Levels (& Reference Ranges)

Monocytes are a type of white blood cell that are apart of the immune system. High levels are usually a sign of infection, and can be a marker for doctors to guide treatment. Learn more about what causes high monocytes or low monocytes, and what the normal levels are.

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FSH Blood Test: Normal Levels & What Results Mean

FSH blood tests are ordered to evaluate testicular and ovarian function and is a good marker for fertility. Learn about what normal FSH levels are, what high or low levels mean, and why this test is ordered.

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Hematocrit Test (Hct): Reference Ranges & High or Low Levels

Hematocrit, or Hct, is a blood test thatch identify anemia, dehydration and heart disease. This test is reported as a percentage, and looks at the ratio of red blood cells to total blood volume. Learn what normal Hot levels are, and what high or low levels mean.

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