Parathyroid Hormone Test: Symptoms, Procedure and Test Cost

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The parathyroid glands release a hormone called parathyroid hormone which helps in regulating calcium levels in the blood. A parathyroid hormone test measures the level of PTH (parathyroid hormone) in the blood. And this test is used to find the cause of abnormal calcium levels, identify hyperparathyroidism, or check the status of chronic kidney disease. Additionally, the …

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What is a Titer Test? – Procedure, Preparation, Testing Cost and More

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A titer test is a blood test that detects the presence (qualitative) & amount (quantitative) of antibodies in the bloodstream. Blood can be analyzed to measure dozens of certain antibodies related to a broad range of medical conditions. The titer test is carried out to check if there is an immune reaction triggered by foreign …

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Myasthenia Gravis Test: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Myasthenia gravis (MG) – a chronic autoimmune disorder, in which antibodies destroy the communication between nerves and muscle. And causes weakness in the skeletal muscles, muscles the body uses for movement. The degree of muscle weakness varies from person to person and the onset of myasthenia gravis can be sudden in some people. According to …

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Zika Virus: Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Testing and Treatment

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Zika virus – a disease that spreads through the bites of infected mosquitoes. Many people with infection won’t have symptoms or will only have mild symptoms. Only one in five people do get symptoms. Outbreaks of this infection happen around the world, predominantly in places with warm, tropical climates where mosquitoes thrive. Currently, there is …

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Lactose Intolerance Test: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Much More

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Lactose intolerance – The inability to break down a type of natural sugar (lactose). This is extremely common among adults, about 36% of Americans and 68% of the world population have some degree of lactose intolerance. And it is rarely dangerous. Nearly 30 million Americans have lactose intolerance by age 20. Lactose intolerance is different …

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