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Allergy skin tests
Considering skin testing for your allergies? Learn about the risks, results and what to expect during testing.
Otoplasty
Learn about this cosmetic procedure, which is done to change the appearance of your ears. Understand risks and what results to expect after surgery.
COVID-19 antibody testing
Learn how COVID-19 antibody testing is done to find out if you've had a past infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019.
Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI)
Find out how neurosurgeons use intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) during brain surgery.
Breast biopsy
Learn about this test that's used to diagnose breast cancer, including why it's done, risks and what to expect.
Spirometry
This common test shows how well your lungs work and helps diagnose conditions that affect the ability to breathe.
Combination birth control pills
This oral contraceptive contains both estrogen and progestin to keep you from ovulating. These medicines prevent pregnancy and can have other benefits.
Mastectomy
Learn about this operation to remove the breast tissue from one or both breasts. Find out about risks, results and what you can expect.
Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)
Learn about the risks, recovery and what to expect during surgery to remove the ovaries.
Amniocentesis
Find out about this prenatal test that checks the fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy.
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