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Doppler ultrasound: What is it used for?
A Doppler ultrasound measures blood flow and pressure in blood vessels.
Food poisoning: How long can you safely keep leftovers?
Prevent food poisoning with these food safety tips for handling and reheating leftover food.
Hodgkin's vs. non-Hodgkin's lymphoma: What's the difference?
Learn how types of lymphomas are determined using lab tests to examine cancer cells.
MRI: Is gadolinium safe for people with kidney problems?
Older gadolinium contrast agents used with MRI posed a risk for people with severe kidney failure. Newer versions are much safer.
Cholesterol test kits: Are they accurate?
Home cholesterol test kits are often as accurate as the test a health care professional uses, but the quality of results can depend on how well you follow the directions for the test.
Tumor vs. cyst: What's the difference?
A Mayo Clinic expert explains the differences and similarities between these two types of growths and how doctors determine if they're cancerous.
Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA): What is it?
Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA) is a slow-developing form of diabetes.
Eye dilation: Necessary with every eye exam?
Eye dilation is part of a comprehensive eye exam. How often you need it depends on your age and health risks.
Blood glucose monitors: What factors affect accuracy?
Consider these factors when measuring blood sugar levels with blood glucose monitors.
Cholesterol level: Can it be too low?
A high cholesterol level is unhealthy — rarely, very low cholesterol may pose risks, too.
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