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D-Dimer TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood TestUrgent information
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures D-dimer (a protein fragment produced when a blood clot dissolves in the body). No special preparation is needed. A standard blood draw (venipuncture, drawing blood from a vein) is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test. CAUTION: Minor bruising at the needle site is normal.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the result is elevated, consult your doctor immediately to rule out conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.
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Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S) TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures DHEA-S (a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps produce sex hormones). Fasting is usually not required. A standard blood draw (venipuncture, drawing blood from a vein) is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test. CAUTION: Minor bruising at the needle site is normal.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are abnormal, consult your doctor to evaluate adrenal gland function or conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
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Dengue NS1 Antigen TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood TestUrgent information
Test Purpose & Procedure
Detects the NS1 antigen (a specific protein produced by the dengue virus) in the blood. It is most accurate in the first 1–5 days of fever. No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the result is positive, consult your doctor immediately for dengue management and monitoring of platelet counts.
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Dengue Serology (IgM/IgG)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Checks for IgM and IgG antibodies (proteins made by the immune system to fight the dengue virus). IgM indicates a recent infection, while IgG indicates a past infection. No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Consult your doctor to interpret the results alongside your symptoms and platelet count.
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Differential White Blood Cell CountDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures the percentage of each type of white blood cell (neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils) in the blood. No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If any specific white blood cell type is abnormally high or low, consult your doctor to check for infections, allergies, or immune system disorders.
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Digoxin Level TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood TestUrgent information
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures the amount of digoxin (a medication used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats) in the blood to ensure it is at a safe and effective level. Blood is usually drawn 6–8 hours after the last dose.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are too high (toxicity) or too low, consult your doctor immediately to adjust the medication dosage.
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Direct Coombs TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Detects antibodies attached directly to the surface of red blood cells, which can cause them to break down prematurely (hemolysis). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the result is positive, consult your doctor to investigate causes of hemolytic anemia, such as autoimmune diseases or reactions to blood transfusions.
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Doppler Ultrasound (Legs)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Imaging
Test Purpose & Procedure
Uses high-frequency sound waves to evaluate blood flow through the arteries and veins in the legs. No special preparation is needed. A gel is applied, and a transducer (a device that sends and receives sound waves) is moved over the skin.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE imaging test. It does not use ionizing radiation.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Discuss results with your doctor to check for blood clots (DVT), poor circulation, or varicose veins.
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