Understand diagnostic tests in simple, non-technical language
This test measures the amount of albumin in your blood. Albumin is a protein made by your liver. It helps keep fluid in your bloodstream and carries important substances like hormones and medicines through your body.
A Calcium test measures the amount of calcium in your blood. Calcium is a very important mineral that helps your bones, muscles, nerves, and heart work properly. This test helps to check if your body has a healthy balance of calcium.
This test measures the total amount of calcium in your blood. Calcium is a mineral essential for strong bones, healthy teeth, and proper functioning of nerves and muscles. This test helps to check if your body has a healthy balance of calcium.
This test measures the amount of creatinine in your blood. Creatinine is a waste product made by your muscles. Your kidneys remove creatinine from your body, so this test helps to show how well your kidneys are working.
This test measures the amount of creatinine in your blood. Creatinine is a waste product made by your muscles. Your kidneys remove creatinine from your body, so this test helps your doctor check how well your kidneys are working.
This test measures the levels of important salts and minerals like sodium, potassium, and chloride in your blood. These electrolytes help keep your body’s fluids balanced, your heart beating regularly, and your muscles and nerves working correctly. Checking their levels can show if there’s an imbalance that needs attention.
This test measures the amount of 5-HIAA in your urine. 5-HIAA is a substance made by your body after it breaks down serotonin. Measuring 5-HIAA helps to see if your body is making too much serotonin, which can sometimes point to a type of tumor.
View HIAA Quantitative detailsThis test measures the amount of urea in your blood. Urea is a waste product made when your body breaks down protein. Your kidneys remove urea from your blood, so this test helps show how well your kidneys are working.
The uric acid test measures the amount of uric acid in your blood. Uric acid is a natural waste product formed when your body breaks down purines, which are found in certain foods and body tissues. This test helps to check if your uric acid levels are too high or too low, which can indicate certain health conditions.