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Does this test have other names?     CBC What is this test? The complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test used to screen your overall health and to look for many different illnesses, including anemia, infections, and leukemia. The test…

Does this test have other names? CBC w/ diff What is this test? This panel of tests looks for many illnesses in your blood. These include anemia, infections, and leukemia. It can help see how your overall health is. The…

There are many complex problems of the heart that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. © 2000-2024 The StayWell…

What is complex regional pain syndrome? Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic health problem that causes long-lasting pain. Normally, pain is short-term and goes away as the body heals. But with this condition, pain doesn’t fade with time.…

Many complications of diabetes 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. © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights…

What are some of the more common complications of pregnancy? Most pregnancies are uneventful. But sometimes complications happen. Here are some of the more common pregnancy complications. Normal pregnancy. Amniotic fluid complications Too…

If you are trying to make heart-healthy changes to your lifestyle and diet, it’s helpful to know some basics about nutrition, starting with the components of food. Types of fats Fatty acids are the basic chemicals in fat. They may…

Does this test have other names? Metabolic panel, CMP, chem 14, chemistry panel, chemistry screen, (formerly SMAC, sequential multiple analyzer chemistry) What is this test? This test is a screening panel of 14 tests that look at your metabolism. Your body…

What is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation? A psychiatric evaluation helps diagnose emotional, behavioral, or developmental problems. It’s done based on the child’s behaviors. The behaviors are assessed as to how they are affecting the child’s life. When should a comprehensive…

What is a compression fracture? A compression fracture is a type of fracture or break in your vertebrae. The vertebrae are the bones in your back that are stacked on top of each other to make your spine. Your spine…

What is a CT abdominal scan for children? A CT abdominal scan is a type of imaging test. It uses a series of X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body. A CT scan…

What is a CT scan of the bones? CT is a type of imaging test. It uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs.…