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Polysomnography (sleep study)
Your health care provider may order this test if a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea is suspected. Learn how to prepare and what to expect.
Positron emission tomography scan
Learn how this imaging scan can play an important role in early detection of health problems, such as cancer, heart disease and brain disorders.
Prostate cancer screening: Should you get a PSA test?
Learn about the pros and cons of the PSA test so you're ready to talk about prostate cancer screening with your doctor.
Prostate cancer: Does PSA level affect prognosis?
Find out what your PSA level may mean for your prostate cancer prognosis.
Reactive airway disease: Is it asthma?
Reactive airway disease is a general term that doesn't indicate a specific diagnosis.
Rheumatoid factor
Rheumatoid factor — This blood test can help diagnose autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren syndrome and lupus.
STD testing: What's right for you?
Find out how your risk factors affect the types of tests you'll need for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Sed rate (erythrocyte sedimentation rate)
Sed rate is a blood test that can reveal inflammatory activity in your body. It's often used to help diagnose conditions affecting your joints or muscles.
Sentinel node biopsy
Learn what to expect during this procedure to remove lymph nodes for testing. The results can show whether cancer has spread.
Slide show: Blood sugar testing
Blood sugar testing is an essential part of diabetes care. See how it's done.
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