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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.
Facial fillers for wrinkles
Find out more about facial injections, also called soft tissue fillers, that can temporarily smooth wrinkles.
Fecal occult blood test
Learn how healthcare professionals use fecal occult blood tests, such as the fecal immunochemical test, to screen for colon cancer.
Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST)
Learn about this type of cancer that usually happens in the stomach or small intestine. Treatments often include surgery and targeted therapy.
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.
Glucose challenge test
Know how to prepare for this gestational diabetes screening test.
Glucose tolerance test
These simple blood tests are performed to screen for diabetes. Your healthcare professional may suggest one or more of these tests depending on your risk factors.
Grapefruit: Beware of dangerous medication interactions
Some medicines don't mix with grapefruit and other citrus fruits. Learn what's safe.
HPV test
This test can help show the risk of cervical cancer. Learn more about how to prepare and what the results may mean.
Hematocrit test
Learn about this red blood cell blood test, including why it's used and what to expect.
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