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Blood Test: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) for Parents
An erythrocyte sedimentation rate test (ESR) detects inflammation that may be caused by infection and some autoimmune diseases.
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Stress Less Over Tests for Teens
Find out how to handle the stress that comes with tests.
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Blood Test: Estradiol for Parents
Estradiol is the most important form of the hormone estrogen. Doctors may order an estradiol test if puberty seems to be starting earlier or later than expected, or to evaluate menstrual problems.
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Blood Test: Factor IX Activity for Parents
Doctors order the factor IX activity test to help diagnose or monitor the treatment of hemophilia B.
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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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Blood Test: Immunoglobulin E (IgE) for Parents
The immunoglobulin E (IgE) blood test is often done as part of an initial screen for allergies. High IgE levels also may indicate a parasitic infection.
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Prenatal Test: Multiple Marker Test for Parents
The multiple marker test is a blood test done to screen for neural tube defects and chromosomal disorders.
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Prenatal Tests: Second Trimester for Parents
Find out what tests may be offered to you during weeks 13 through 26 of pregnancy.
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COVID-19: Viral Testing for Parents
People might want to get tested for COVID-19 for different reasons. Here is what viral testing involves.
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Blood Test: Hemoglobin Electrophoresis for Parents
A hemoglobin electrophoresis can help diagnose diseases involving abnormal hemoglobin production, and often is performed as part of newborn screening tests.