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Is a blood test the same as a blood culture?
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Many types : A blood culture (sample of blood to check for bacteria in the blood stream) is just one of many types of blood tests. blood count checks for anemia & infection; blood chemistries check electrolytes, liver & kidney functions, etc; thyroid blood tests evaluate thyroid function, & there are many others, chosen depending on a person’s symptoms & exam
Answered 2/15/2021
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