Clinical Investigations

Question 1

EEG

Answer 1

Electroencephalography method to record electrical activity of the brain. It is typically noninvasive.

Question 2

RAIU

Answer 2

The radioactive iodine uptake test, is a type of scan used in the diagnosis of thyroid problems, particularly hyperthyroidism.

Question 3

Gram stain

Answer 3

distinguishes between Gram positive and Gram negative groups by coloring these cells pink or violet.

Question 4

PCR testing

Answer 4

Lab investigation used to find small amounts of DNA in a sample.

Question 5

Gonioscopy

Answer 5

Eye examination to look at the front part of your eye (anterior chamber) between the cornea and the iris.

Question 6

Ophthalmic examination

Answer 6

Comprehensive series of tests that test your vision and health of the eye.

Question 7

Blood culture

Answer 7

Checks for foreign invaders like bacteria, yeast, and other microorganisms in your blood.

Question 8

Biopsy

Answer 8

Takes a small amount of tissue and it is then examined under a microscope

Question 9

ECG

Answer 9

Look at hearts rhythm and electrical activity

Question 10

Pituitary function test

Answer 10

Hormones can be tested via a simple blood test these include: cortisol, thyroid, prolactin, oestrogen, testosterone and growth hormone.