Lab Tests And Imaging Studies

Question 1

Complete Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Answer 1

Contains glucose, calcium, salt, potassium, liver enzymes, and kidney function indicator readings.

Question 2

Lipid Profile

Answer 2

Blood test that determines amount of cholesterol in blood. Abnormal results might lead to cardiovascular disease like heart attack or strokes

Question 3

Thyroid Function Tests

Answer 3

Blood tests that access function of the thyroid. Abnormal findings could suggest hypo or hyper thyroidism which could have an affect on metabolism.

Question 4

PCR Exam

Answer 4

Detects presence of viral or bacterial DNA or RNA in a patient’s sample. Detects infectious disorders.

Question 5

C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

Answer 5

Blood test that measures the body’s amount of inflammation

Question 6

Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)

Answer 6

Specialized MRI method used to examine bile (gallbladder) and pancreatic channels

Question 7

Bone Densitometry (DEXA Scan)

Answer 7

Imaging technique used to test bone density and identify disorders like osteoporosis

Question 8

Serology Tests

Answer 8

Blood antibody tests identify antibodies in the blood that are formed in response to infections or pathogen exposure

Question 9

HbA1c Test

Answer 9

Performer to determine average blood glucose levels during the previous two to three months. Tool for controlling diabetes.

Question 10

Bone marrow biopsy

Answer 10

Extraction of tiny sample of bone marrow from hipbone to assess blood cell production identifying different blood illnesses