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Does this test have other names? Blood culture and sensitivity test, blood C&S What is this test? This blood test finds out if you have a systemic infection. This is an infection that affects your whole body, not just 1 part. A…

Many hematology and blood disorders require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. If you cannot find the information in which you…

What is blood banking? A blood bank is a place where blood is collected and stored before it is used for transfusions. Blood banking takes place in the lab. This is to make sure that donated blood and blood products…

What is hyphema or blood in the eye in children? Hyphema is an accumulation of blood in the front (anterior) chamber of the eye. This is located between the clear front part of the eye (cornea) and the colored part…

What is blood in the urine? Blood in the urine means there are red blood cells (RBCs) in the urine. Often the urine looks normal to the naked eye. But when checked under a microscope, it contains a high number…

Does this test have other names? Peripheral blood smear, blood smear analysis, peripheral blood film, smear, manual differential, manual DIFF What is this test? A blood smear is a type of blood test. It looks at the appearance, number, and…

A blood test is a lab analysis of things that may be found in your blood. You may have blood tests to keep track of how well you are managing a condition, such as diabetes or high cholesterol. You may…

Blood tests to evaluate heart disease Children may have blood tests to help their healthcare provider evaluate their illness, or to help keep track of their health after surgery. These tests may include: Complete blood count. This test measures…

What is a blood transfusion for children? During a blood transfusion, your child receives donated blood through one of their blood vessels. A needle is put into a vein, usually in the arm. The needle is attached to a thin,…

What is a blood transfusion? A blood transfusion is when blood is put into the body. During a blood transfusion, you get donated blood through 1 of your blood vessels. A needle is put into a vein, often in the…

Does this test have other names? Blood typing, crossmatching What is this test? This is a set of tests that looks for harmful interactions between your blood and donor blood. The tests are done before a blood transfusion. Blood typing…

About blood types Every person has a blood type (O, A, B, or AB) and an Rh factor, either positive or negative. The blood type and the Rh factor simply mean that a person’s blood has certain specific features. The…