The lipase test is a blood test performed to determine the serum level of a specific protein (enzyme) involved in digestion.
The confirmatory test for oxalate is the alkaline permanganate test. In this test, a sample containing oxalate ions is treated with potassium permanganate in a basic solution. The formation of a pink color indicates the presence of oxalate ions.
The most common test to monitor heparin therapy is the activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) test. This test measures the time it takes for blood to clot and helps determine if the level of heparin in the blood is within the therapeutic range.
Yes, a blood test can determine pregnancy.
A doctor will test your blood glucose (sugar) level by either extracting blood through a needle, or pricking your finger and placing blood on a test strip. The blood is then tested (read by a meter) to determine your sugar level. The test can often be read the same day. To achieve the best results, or the most accurate reading, it is recommended that you fast for 24 hours before a test is to be taken.
The maximum your blood sugar level should be between 70 and 140mg/dl depending on how recently you consumed food. If you have concerns you should visit your doctor or get a blood test done to determine your level.
A lipid panel blood test measures fat substances in the blood. This test can determine the amount of good and bad cholesterol in the blood.
Only if you have diabetes do you need to be checking your blood sugar levels. Consult with your doctor about their recommendations. The most popular test is done after pricking your finger and using a meter to determine your blood sugar levels.
A lipid panel blood test measures fat substances in the blood. This test can determine the amount of good and bad cholesterol in the blood.
A blood glucose test is performed by piercing the skin to draw blood, then applying the blood to a 'test-strip'. Different manufacturers use different technology, but most systems measure an electrical characteristic, and use this to determine the glucose level in the blood.
A high eosinophil level in a blood test may indicate an allergic reaction, parasitic infection, autoimmune disease, or certain types of cancers. Further evaluation by a healthcare provider is necessary to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
it is the PSA blood test that tests the blood for the level of PSA