Search results for blood tests
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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis - Diagnosis
Read about the main tests used to help diagnose idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), including breathing tests and scans.
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diagnosing a heart attack
Find out about tests to check for a heart attack.
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Endocarditis - Diagnosis
To diagnose endocarditis, your GP will look closely at your medical history, paying particular attention to any problems you may have had with your heart.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) - Diagnosis
It is very important that an accurate diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is made. This is because the blood clots that occur as a result of APS can have serious consequences.
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Ankylosing spondylitis - Diagnosis
Read about diagnosing ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis. It can be difficult to diagnose because the condition develops slowly and there's no definitive test.
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Alcohol-related liver disease - Diagnosis
Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) is often first suspected when tests for other medical conditions show a damaged liver.
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Addison's disease - Diagnosis
To help diagnose Addison's disease, a GP will first ask about your symptoms and review your medical history.
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Blood pressure test
Find out why a blood pressure test is important, how it’s done and what your blood pressure reading might mean.
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Newborn blood spot test
Your guide to the newborn blood spot (heel prick) test, including which diseases it screens for and when to expect the results
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Blood groups
Find out about blood groups. There are 4 main blood groups – A, B, AB and O.