Viral cultures, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and/or enzyme-linked immunoabsorbent assay (ELISA) may be undertaken to make a definitive diagnosis once the assumed sample arrives as the lab.
Diagnosis must then be confirmed through laboratory tests.
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A person who runs lab tests to help physicians in diagnosis is called a medical laboratory technician or a medical laboratory scientist. They perform various tests on patient samples, analyze the results, and assist in providing valuable information for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
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There is no need for a laboratory investigation to confirm a leprosy diagnosis, except in very rare circumstances.
A space is provided to specify the clinical diagnosis on their request forms.
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The diagnosis of pyelonephritis is based on the patient's history, a physical examination, and the results of laboratory and imaging tests
Laboratory tests are performed to verify the diagnosis. Antibodies can be found in the blood. Blood is collected and analyzed for the content and types of antibodies present. Depending on the type of immunoglobulin deficiency the laboratory tests.
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