Since MMA is a rare condition, a medical specialist may be needed to help diagnose the disease. One key diagnostic test for MMA looks at how much methylmalonic acid is present in the blood or urine.

A uric acid blood test, also referred to as a serum uric acid measurement, can help identify the level of uric acid in your blood. It can also help diagnose kidney disorders and gout. A uric acid ...

Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Kunshan Hospital of Jiangsu University, Kunshan, Jiangsu, China Aim: To explore the association between oxidative balance score (OBS) and cardiovascular diseases ...

A study shows blood tests that check for fetal disorders can sometimes hint at cancer in pregnant women Many moms-to-be opt for blood tests during pregnancy to check for fetal disorders such as ...

I got a blood test to figure out my cortisol levels and learned a lot about stress in the process. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy editor at ...

Access to the domiciliary service is by referral from GPs or health professionals. Please note that we do not offer GGTs (Glucose Tolerance Tests). Please book these with BHRUT. To book a blood test ...

Herpes blood tests are highly accurate. They have a sensitivity level of 96% to 100% in detecting whether you've been infected with the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes blood testing is a two-step ...

What Is Considered Fasting for Blood Work? Fasting for blood work means you don't eat or drink anything but water for 8-12 hours before you have a blood test. You also need to avoid chewing gum ...

Many moms-to-be opt for blood tests during pregnancy to check for fetal disorders such as Down syndrome. In rare instances, these tests can reveal something unexpected — hints of a hidden cancer ...