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Blood tests can be used to assess your health, as well as help your doctor diagnose or monitor a range of conditions. See this blood testing guide for general information and to understand what’s involved. You can also learn about specific types of blood tests below.
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Information about common cardiac blood tests.
Read more on St Vincent's Hospital Heart Health website
Information about blood tests for lung diseases.
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An antibody screen is commonly performed as part of a group of tests that includes ABO and RhD blood group, a blood group antibody screen and a crossmatch.
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Transferrin is the main protein in the blood that binds iron and transports it around the body. These tests either indirectly or directly measure the amount
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In pregnancy, you’ll be offered blood tests, ultrasound scans, urine tests and the GBS test. Pregnancy tests identify health concerns for you and your baby.
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Blood tests can identify a range of issues in your body that will help your doctor diagnose any conditions you may (or may not) have. They are a key diagnostic, observation and maintenance tool for people living with blood cancer.
Read more on Leukaemia Foundation website
While your child is in PICU, your doctors may order a lot of different tests. Sometimes children in PICU need blood tests many times a day. Other common tests in the PICU include chest X-rays and ultrasounds. MRI and CT scans Sometimes your child will need to leave the PICU for a test, such as […]
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Blood tests are offered during your pregnancy to assess the health of you and your baby. Find out about these tests and when you'll be offered them.
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Enhance your clinical skills with our guide on interpreting arterial blood gases (ABGs). Master the essentials of ABG analysis for improved patient care.
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