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Video: Mammogram for breast cancer — What to expect
Watch video to see what it's like to have a mammogram, or breast cancer detection exam.
Cholesterol test
Measuring the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood can help predict your risk of blocked arteries in your heart and brain.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
Pap smear: Do I need one if I'm a virgin?
Doctors recommend regular cervical cancer screening whether you've had sex or not.
Holter monitor
This wearable device keeps track of the heart's rhythm during daily activities. Learn when you might need one and what to expect.
Virtual colonoscopy
Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.
Cervical dysplasia: Is it cancer?
Learn what to expect if a Pap test shows cells that look different from typical cervical cells. Follow-up tests might include HPV testing and colposcopy.
Breast cancer types: What your type means
Doctors use specialized tests to analyze your cancer cells and gather information to determine your breast cancer type.
Genetic testing
Genetic testing: Learn why it's done, how to prepare and what to expect from diagnostic tests, carrier tests, prenatal tests and newborn screening.
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