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A biobank is a special lab that stores samples donated by patients. Scientists use them to study what causes a sickness or disease and to find treatments.
Doctors order biopsies to examine tissue or cells when they’re concerned about a problem such as an infection, inflammation, or cancer.
A blood culture is a test that looks for germs (such as bacteria or fungi) in the blood.
The 17-hydroxyprogesterone test is mainly used to check for the most common form of the genetic disorder congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in infants and children.
An amylase test may be done if a child has signs of a problem with the pancreas, such as belly pain, nausea, or vomiting.
Doctors may order bilirubin blood tests for infants or older kids if they see signs of jaundice.
The complete blood count (CBC) is the most common blood test. It analyzes red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Doctors may order a ferritin test when they suspect someone has too little or too much iron in the body.
Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) plays an important role in sexual development. An FSH test to measure the level of FSH in the bloodstream may be done if puberty seems to be starting earlier or later than expected.
The blood glucose test, which measures the amount of sugar in the blood, may be done as part of a routine physical or to help diagnose diabetes.
