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Medical Tests & Exams

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Cervical Spine

A cervical spine MRI can help evaluate various symptoms and also help diagnose tumors, bleeding, swelling, infections, or inflammatory conditions in the vertebrae or surrounding tissues.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Lumbar Spine

A lumbar spine MRI is a painless test that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed pictures of the bones, disks, and other structures in the lower back.

Nasopharyngoscopy

A nasopharyngoscopy is an exam doctors do to view the back of the throat.

Newborn Screening Tests

Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.

PET/MRI Scan

A PET/MRI scan is an imaging test that combines PET and MRI in one session. It creates very detailed pictures of the inside of the body.

Prenatal Test: Amniocentesis

In amniocentesis, doctors take a sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds a baby to check for signs of problems such as chromosomal disorders, genetic problems, and neural tube defects

Prenatal Test: Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)

A chorionic villus sampling (CVS) checks cells from the placenta for chromosomal abnormalities. Most women whose pregnancies are not high-risk don't need this test.

Prenatal Test: Contraction Stress Test

A contraction stress test measures the fetal heart rate to ensure that a baby can handle contractions during labor.

Prenatal Test: First Trimester Screening

The first trimester screening (or first trimester screen) includes a blood test and an ultrasound exam. It's done to see if a fetus is at risk for a chromosomal abnormality or birth defect.

Prenatal Test: Glucose Screening

Glucose screenings check for gestational diabetes, a short-term form of diabetes that some women develop during pregnancy.