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what are the tests for tia?

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Tests for a stroke: Ct scans, MRI scans, and physical exams are all done for tias and strokes.

Question 2

what are the tests for shock?

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Clinical diagnosis: Low blood pressure, rapid thready pulse, peripheral vasoconstriction, cold clammy skin are usual manifestations of shock.  In septic shock the skin may be flushed rather than cold and clammy.
No lab tests are needed for this diagnosis.

Question 3

what kinds of tests do i need?

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Depends on age: If you are a healthy young man, blood pressure, weight and height may be all you need. If you are a woman over 21, you should have pap smears. Lipids should be checked after age 25, and women over 40 should have mammograms.

Question 4

are fingerstick tests accurate?

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Yes, if done right: There are certain techniques that have to be observed, such as not squeezing the finger, etc. That must be observed.  If everything is done right the resultant blood test results are quite accurate. The fingerstick blood sugars are one of the most important things that a diabetic can doo help him/herself.

Question 5

what tests should men do after 30?

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Depends: Height and weight to determine bmi, blood pressure, and possibly cholesterol if you have risk factors for heart disease like smoking or a family history of early heart disease. Your doctor should focus on counseling about risk factors for heart disease, cancer, stds, and injury rather than doing a lot of tests.

Question 6

are there tests for colorblindness?

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Yes: The tests for colorblindness are straightforward. All are based on the idea of having patients distinguish colored items or shapes from a background of a different color, which would be indistiguishable for a person with a specific color blindness. The simplest are printed sheets or cards, but many ophthalmolgists and the dmv often use computer based tests based on the same principle.

Question 7

what are the tests for aazheimer's?

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Brain microscopy: Right now alzeimer's can be definitly diagnosed only after death by examining the brain under the microscope. One day there may be scans that will work. Meanwhile, one can diagnose dementia based on neuropsychological memory tests, slowing on eeg, and delay in cognitive evoked potentials, look for reversible causes using blood work and mri, do genetic testing for risk of alzheimer's.

Question 8

where can i do dan tests in ivory park?

Accepted Answer

Could you mean DNA?: I am not aware of a "DAN test" and have only just learned that Ivory Park is in South Africa. Perhaps someone in South Africa can answer this. I suggest you re-submit the question using DNA if thats what you are looking for. Your best bet would be to contact the genetics department at your nearest University medical center, i.e. a hospital associated with a medical school. Good Luck!

Question 9

woke up feeling tense. what should i do?

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Many causes: You may benefit with a consult with more information related to your past medical history and emotional causes that may lead to tension and anxiety. If symptoms persist, pl see someone or call back. Good luck

Question 10

what are the tests for gaucher's disease?

Accepted Answer

Gaucher's Dz: Enzyme analysis. Using a blood test or genetic mutation analysis, also a blood test.

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