The idea of a single blood test for cancer is revolutionary, and such a test could potentially lead to earlier diagnosis. However, the reality is that there is no reliable blood test for cancer yet.

Hepatitis C is a tiny virus with a significant impact. It's a small RNA virus that spreads through the blood and infects the liver. Even though today's medicines can cure it, hepatitis C remains a ...

Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

It’s a four-letter word that strikes fear through most homeowners: mold. Although the presence of mold is never welcome, it is best to know what you are dealing with so you can eradicate mold as ...

Uterine cancer starts in the uterus. Doctors can order several tests, including blood and imaging tests, to diagnose and monitor the progression of this cancer. Cancer can form in two parts of the ...

You may be looking to test your thyroid function if you’ve noticed concerning changes in your metabolism, digestion, body temperature, or fertility. At-home thyroid testing may be a less expensive ...

What Are At-Home Colon Cancer Tests? The gold standard screening test for cancer in your colon or rectum, colorectal cancer, is a colonoscopy. This is done at a doctor's office under sedation, after a ...

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When you find out you’re pregnant, one of the best things you can do is start prenatal care -- a series of routine visits with your doctor or a certified nurse midwife to check on the health of you ...

Background Physical examination tests for hip dysfunction and injury of the strongest diagnostic accuracy were identified in a recent systematic review with meta-analysis in BJSM. These tests are ...