Search results for blood tests
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Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease - Diagnosis
Find out how autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is diagnosed. Urine tests and specialised blood tests are used, plus an ultrasound scan, CT scan or MRI scan.
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Acute myeloid leukaemia - Diagnosis
Read about how acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is diagnosed using blood tests, a bone marrow biopsy and other specialised tests.
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Tests for diagnosing dementia
Information on the tests used by GPs and specialists to diagnose dementia, including the GPCOG test, blood tests and brain scans.
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Statins - Considerations
Find out when statins are not recommended. For example, they should not be taken if you have liver disease, or if you are pregnant.
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Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while taking ferrous sulfate
NHS medicines information on ferrous sulfate and whether you can take it while pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Primary biliary cholangitis (primary biliary cirrhosis) - Symptoms
Read about the symptoms of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), which include aching bones and joints, fatigue, itchy skin, and dry eyes and mouth.
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High cholesterol - Getting tested
Find out who should have a cholesterol test and how the test is done.
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Heart failure - Diagnosis
Find out about the tests used to diagnose heart failure and the main stages of the condition.
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Haemochromatosis - Diagnosis
Find out who should get tested for haemochromatosis and how the condition is diagnosed.
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How and when to take carbimazole
NHS medicines information on dosage for carbimazole, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.