Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...
Most people don't know their blood type, but there are a few ways you can find out. Here's what experts suggest.
A vitamin B12 blood test is a reliable way to determine if you have adequate levels of this crucial nutrient. Vitamin B12 is ...
A less invasive test for Alzheimer’s is a big advance. But it’s not perfect and is not meant to screen healthy people.
What Is a RDW Blood Test? An RDW blood test – also known as a red blood cell distribution width blood test – is a measure of the difference in your red blood cells’ size and volume. RDW is one part of ...
Elaine Chen covers biotech, co-writes The Readout newsletter, and co-hosts STAT’s weekly biotech podcast, The Readout Loud. You can reach Elaine on Signal at elaineywchen.70. A major Alzheimer’s ...
Though my cortisol test results stressed me out, I'm glad I know more about how cortisol affects my health. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy ...