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  • Tests for diagnosing dementia

    Information on the tests used by GPs and specialists to diagnose dementia, including the GPCOG test, blood tests and brain scans.

  • Newborn screening - Overview

    Find out which screening tests your newborn baby will be offered, including the blood spot (heel prick) test and hearing test.

  • Vasculitis

    Find out about the main types of vasculitis, with links to more information.

  • Vascular dementia

    Find out about vascular dementia, including what the symptoms are, how it's treated and what the outlook is.

  • Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

    Find out about transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or "mini stroke", including what causes it, the symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and when to seek medical advice.

  • Total protein test

    Find out about the health conditions a total protein test can help diagnose.

  • Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) and transferrin test

    Find out what a total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) or transferrin test measures and what high and low TIBC levels may indicate.

  • Stem cell transplant

    Read about stem cell or bone marrow transplants, including why they're used, what's involved, and what the potential risks are.

  • Scleroderma

    Read about scleroderma, including the different types, symptoms, causes and treatments.

  • Potassium test

    Find out why and when a potassium test may be needed.