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Medical Tests & Exams

Blood Test: Allergen-Specific Immunoglobulin E (IgE)

This blood test can check for some kinds of allergies.

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: Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST, or SGOT)

An aspartate aminotransferase (AST) blood test is often part of an initial screening for liver problems.

Blood Test: Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)

A basic metabolic panel (BMP), commonly ordered as part of routine medical exam, is a set of blood tests that gives information about sugar (glucose) and calcium levels, kidney function, and electrolyte and fluid balance.

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: Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) blood test helps evaluate kidney and liver function, sugar (glucose) and protein levels in the blood, and electrolyte and fluid balance.

Blood Test: Dehydroepiandrosterone-Sulfate (DHEA-S)

Doctors may order a DHEA-S test if a child shows signs of sexual development earlier than expected. It can rule out certain diseases of the testes or ovaries, or help diagnose damage or disease of the pituitary gland.