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Blood Test: IGF Binding Protein-3 (IGFBP-3) for Parents
The main reason doctors order the IGF binding protein-3 (IGFBP3) test is to see if a person is producing a normal amount of human growth hormone.
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Blood Test: C-Reactive Protein (CRP) for Parents
A C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test is used to identify inflammation or infection in the body.
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Milk Allergy for Teens
Milk is in all kinds of foods, even things like baked goods. So what should a person who's allergic to milk do?
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MyPlate Food Guide for Parents
The USDA's food guide icon is designed to make meal planning easy. Here's how to get MyPlate onto your table.
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What Is a Gene? for Kids
Why does one kid have green eyes while another kid's eyes are brown? It's all in the genes! Find out how genes work, what happens when there are problems with genes, and more.
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Nephrotic Syndrome for Parents
Nephrotic syndrome happens when tiny filtering units in the kidneys stop working properly. This can cause weight gain and other symptoms. Most kids eventually outgrow it.
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Cystic Fibrosis for Kids
Cystic fibrosis affects the lungs and makes it hard to breathe. Find out more in this article for kids.
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MyPlate Food Guide for Kids
MyPlate is designed to make it easier to understand healthy eating.
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Milk Allergy in Infants for Parents
Almost all infants are fussy at times. But some are very fussy because they have an allergy to the protein in cow's milk, which is the basis for most commercial baby formulas.
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Rh Incompatibility During Pregnancy for Parents
If you just found out you're pregnant, one of the first tests you should expect is a blood-type test. This basic test determines your blood type and Rh factor, which may play an important role in your baby's health.