Search results for blood tests
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Chronic kidney disease - Diagnosis
Find out how chronic kidney disease (CKD) is diagnosed, who should get tested and what the stages of CKD mean.
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Newborn screening - Overview
Find out which screening tests your newborn baby will be offered, including the blood spot (heel prick) test and hearing test.
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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.
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Total protein test
Find out about the health conditions a total protein test can help diagnose.
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Potassium test
Find out why and when a potassium test may be needed.
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Phosphate test
Find out when a phosphate test may be needed and what it's used for.
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Magnesium test
Find out what a magnesium test is and when it might be used.
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Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) test
A lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) test measures the amount of LDH in the blood.
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Echocardiogram
Read about echocardiograms, including why they're done, what happens during the test, and what the risks are.
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Miscarriage - Diagnosis
If you see your GP or midwife because of vaginal bleeding or other symptoms of miscarriage, you may be referred to an early pregnancy unit for tests.