Medical Tests & Exams

• Biobanks

  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.

• Biopsies

  Doctors order biopsies to examine tissue or cells when they’re concerned about a problem such as an infection, inflammation, or cancer.

• Blood Culture

  A blood culture is a test that looks for germs (such as bacteria or fungi) in the blood.

• Blood Test: 17-Hydroxyprogesterone

  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.

• Blood Test: Amylase

  An amylase test may be done if a child has signs of a problem with the pancreas, such as belly pain, nausea, or vomiting.

• Blood Test: Bilirubin

  Doctors may order bilirubin blood tests for infants or older kids if they see signs of jaundice.

• Blood Test: C-Peptide

  A C-peptide test can help doctors tell the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It also can help find the cause of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

• Blood Test: C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

  A C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test is used to identify inflammation or infection in the body.

• Blood Test: Complete Blood Count

  The complete blood count (CBC) is the most common blood test. It analyzes red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

• Blood Test: Factor IX Activity

  Doctors order the factor IX activity test to help diagnose or monitor the treatment of hemophilia B.