A parotid scan is a test that is performed by either using an ultrasound or by using a CT scan. This test is used to check for a specific type of parotid problem which is the occurrence of blockages in the ducts of the parotid gland. The parotid ...
Is your child complaining of severe stomachaches and diarrhea? There is a high possibility that your child may be infected with rotavirus. Rotavirus infection happens as a reaction to improperly cooked food, reheated meat dishes, seafood, and dairy ...
The CMV Serology test is done to determine whether antibodies to the cytomegalovirus (CMV) are present in the blood. The test is able to detect a current or a past CMV infection, and is usually recommended for people who are at risk, especially ...
CSF stands for cerebral spinal fluid. VDRL stands for venereal disease research laboratory test. The CSF – VDRL test is done to diagnose neurosyphilis. The test shows up antibodies called ‘reagins’, which the body produces in reaction to the ...
Digitoxin is a medication which is used to treat various heart conditions. The Digitoxin test is done on patients who are on digitalis medicine, in order to determine the levels of digitoxin in the bloodstream. The margin of safety between harmful ...
Uterosalpingography or hysterosalpingography is done to examine the fallopian tubes and uterus. This procedure uses a water-soluble contrast material. It also uses a unique type of X-ray. This is known as fluoroscopy. With fluoroscopy, it is ...
Phosphorus in Blood Phosphorus in the blood is an indication of the condition of a person’s health in many ways. Phosphorus levels can indicate whether the kidneys are functioning properly, whether there are problems with the digestive system, ...
Antisperm Antibodies Test Antisperm antibodies are one of the immune factors that can be involved in causing infertility as they impair the functioning of healthy sperm. Antisperm antibodies are those cells that put up a fight against healthy and ...
Gamma Globulin Test Globulin and albumin are two kinds of serum proteins. Globulins can either be produced in the liver or can be produced by the immune system. Normally the concentration of globulins in blood is 2 – 3 g/dl. Globulins can be ...
What is Cystourethroscopy A cystourethroscopy and a cystoscopy are synonymous terms that are used to describe a type of endoscopic procedure used to examine the urinary bladder. The urinary bladder is an organ of the body that is one of those that ...