OrganizedWisdom Health - Diagnostic Tests

MRI Image of Degenerative Joint Disease

BrianGS — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:08:35 GMT

A magnetic resonance imaging or MRI scan of a joint is a noninvasive test that helps a physician assess the extent of damage and disease when a degenerative joint disease, such as arthritis or osteoarthritis, is suspected. An initial assessment of injured or diseased musculoskeletal tissues (e.g., bones, tendons, ligaments, joints) is usually carried out with x-rays or CT since MRI examinations are more expensive and take longer to perform and evaluate.

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COPD Diagnosis

SScroggins — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:48:40 GMT

Tests that are often used to make a COPD diagnosis include pulmonary function tests, oximetry, x-rays, and blood tests. Individuals who are suspected of having a genetic disposition for COPD may also undergo additional testing.

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Myocardial Infarction EKG

Jmitchell — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:23:32 GMT

An electrocardiogram (EKG) is a simple, painless test that is used to detect and evaluate a myocardial infarction (heart attack). An EKG shows how fast your heart is beating, whether the rhythm of your heart is steady or irregular, and the strength and timing of electrical signals as they pass through each part of your heart.

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Bladder Function Tests

SScroggins — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:33:21 GMT

Bladder function tests may include uroflowmetry, measurement of postvoid residual, cystometry, measurement of leak point pressure, pressure flow study, electromyography, and x-ray or other imaging testing to show the size and shape of the urinary tract.

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Spadafore ADHD Rating Scale

Amymarlatt — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:10:05 GMT

The Spadafore ADHD Rating Scale (S-ADHD-RS) is used for children ages five to nineteen to not only diagnose ADHD but also test for the severity of ADHD. It is a fifty item questionnaire on the three clusters of behavior. These include impulsivity/hyperactivity, attention, and social adjustment. Scoring is on a five point scale to find the severity of ADHD. The test is given by the child's teacher and then diagnosed by school psychologists using the S-ADHD-RS and other data in conjunction.

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Overactive Bladder and Cough Stress Test

Jkg0679 — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:15:02 GMT

The cough stress test (also referred to as a bladder stress test, Marshal stress test, or Marshall-Bonney test) is a test performed by a health care provider to diagnose stress incontinence, a type of overactive bladder. This test is performed by filling the bladder at least half way with fluid and having the patient bear down or cough.

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Stress Test for Urinary Incontinence

Jkg0679 — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:12:52 GMT

The cough stress test (also referred to as a bladder stress test, Marshal stress test, or Marshall-Bonney test) is a test performed by a health care provider to diagnose stress incontinence, a type of urinary incontinence. This test is performed by filling the bladder at least half way with fluid and having the patient bear down or cough.

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Spirometry for COPD

SScroggins — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:44:54 GMT

Spirometry is a diagnostic test that is sometimes recommended when a physician suspects chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a patient. Spirometry is also recommended four to six weeks after an exacerbation (or flare-up).

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Chest X-Rays for COPD

SScroggins — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:42:54 GMT

A chest x-ray may be recommended if your physician suspects chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Although COPD is not diagnosed by a chest x-ray alone, it can be helpful in supporting the diagnosis.

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Long QT Syndrome Tests

CatherIN — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:05:01 GMT

Various tests may be used to diagnose long QT syndrome. Long QT intervals may be detected on an EKG. Your doctor may have you use a holter monitor since QT intervals can vary from time to time. Since some cases of long QT intervals only occur during exercise, your doctor may recommend a stress test. A genetic blood test, called FAMILION, may also be used to help diagnose long QT syndrome.

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