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Magnesium Test (Serum)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures the amount of magnesium (a mineral essential for muscle, nerve, and heart function) in the blood. Fasting is usually not required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are abnormal, consult your doctor to check for kidney issues, malnutrition, or conditions causing muscle cramps and irregular heartbeats.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Imaging
Test Purpose & Procedure
Uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues. You must remove all metal objects. Fasting is only required if contrast dye is used. You lie inside a tube-like machine.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE imaging test. It does not use ionizing radiation. CAUTION: Not safe for people with certain metal implants (like pacemakers).
When to Seek Medical Advice
Discuss the detailed images with your specialist to diagnose issues in the brain, spine, joints, or internal organs.
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Malaria Parasite (MP) TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood TestUrgent information
Test Purpose & Procedure
Detects the presence of malaria parasites in the blood. No fasting is required. A drop of blood is taken from a finger prick or vein and examined under a microscope.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the result is positive, consult your doctor immediately for antimalarial medication.
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MammographyDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Imaging
Test Purpose & Procedure
Uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast to screen for or diagnose breast cancer. Avoid using deodorant, powder, or lotion on the chest area on the day of the test, as they can appear as spots on the X-ray.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE imaging test. CAUTION: The compression of the breast may cause brief discomfort.
When to Seek Medical Advice
Discuss the results with a radiologist or gynecologist. Abnormal findings may require a follow-up ultrasound or biopsy.
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Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures MCH (the average amount of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein, in a single red blood cell). It is part of a standard Complete Blood Count (CBC). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are abnormal, consult your doctor to help diagnose different types of anemia.
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Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures MCV (a measure of the average size of your red blood cells). It is part of a standard Complete Blood Count (CBC). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If MCV is high or low, consult your doctor to determine if anemia is caused by vitamin B12 deficiency, iron deficiency, or other factors.
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Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures MPV (the average size of platelets in the blood). Larger platelets are often younger and more active. It is part of a standard Complete Blood Count (CBC). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If MPV is abnormal alongside a low or high platelet count, consult your doctor to investigate bleeding disorders or bone marrow issues.
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Methemoglobin TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood TestUrgent information
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures methemoglobin (an abnormal form of hemoglobin that cannot effectively release oxygen to body tissues). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are elevated (methemoglobinemia), consult a doctor immediately, as it can cause bluish skin and shortness of breath, often due to certain medications or genetic conditions.
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Microalbuminuria Test (Urine)Diagnostics & Lab Reports · Urine Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Detects very small (micro) amounts of albumin (a protein) in the urine, which is an early sign of kidney damage, especially in people with diabetes or high blood pressure. A random or 24-hour urine sample is collected.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE non-invasive test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If the test is positive, consult your doctor to start treatments that can protect your kidneys from further damage.
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Monospot TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
A rapid blood test that detects heterophile antibodies (proteins produced by the immune system in response to the Epstein-Barr virus). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw or finger prick is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If positive, consult your doctor for advice on managing infectious mononucleosis (mono), which includes plenty of rest and avoiding contact sports.
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Myoglobin TestDiagnostics & Lab Reports · Blood Test
Test Purpose & Procedure
Measures myoglobin (a protein found in heart and skeletal muscles that is released into the blood when muscle tissue is damaged). No fasting is required. A standard blood draw is performed.
Safety & Precautions
SAFE routine test.
When to Seek Medical Advice
If levels are elevated, consult your doctor to check for muscle injury, severe trauma, or early signs of a heart attack.
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