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Medical Tests: What to Expect (Video) for Teens
Need to get a blood test? An MRI? These videos show what happens in 10 of the most common medical tests.
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Blood Test (Video) for Teens
These videos show what's involved in getting a blood test and what it's like to be the person taking the blood sample.
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Blood Transfusions for Teens
Millions of people a year get blood transfusions in the United States. This article explains why people need them and who donates the blood used.
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Blood in the Urine (Hematuria) for Teens
Hematuria is pretty common, and most of the time it's not serious. Find out what causes blood in the urine and what to do about it.
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What Is Type 2 Diabetes? for Teens
Teens with type 2 diabetes have to pay close attention to what they eat and do.
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Anemia for Teens
Anemia is when the number of red blood cells in the body gets too low. Red blood cells carry hemoglobin (pronounced: HEE-muh-glow-bin), a protein that carries oxygen throughout the body. Without enough of them, oxygen doesn't get to the body's organs. Without enough oxygen, the organs can't work normally.
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How Do I Find Out if I Have Sickle Cell Trait? for Teens
A simple blood test can tell you if you have sickle cell trait. Read about it.
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Testicular Torsion for Teens
This emergency condition happens when the spermatic cord gets twisted and cuts off blood supply, causing pain and swelling. Find out what to do in this article for teens.
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Donating Blood for Teens
There's a 97% chance that someone you know will need a blood transfusion. Blood donors — especially donors with certain blood types — are always in demand. Find out what's involved in this article for teens.
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Definition: Glycosylated Hemoglobin Test (Hemoglobin A1c) for Teens
The glycosylated hemoglobin test shows what a person's average blood glucose level was for the 2 to 3 months before the test.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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