Medical Tests and Procedures
Copyright © PhotoDisc Common medical tests and procedures performed by doctors and specialists in the UK, explained in a clear and straightforward manner.
Copyright © PhotoDiscAmniocentesis
Amniocentesis is used to detect any possible chromosome abnormalities in the unborn child that may cause Down's syndrome or other congenital problems.
Copyright © NetDoctor/GeirBlood pressure measurement
Most people have their blood pressure taken at some time or other. It is a simple procedure that provides useful information on the condition of our heart and blood vessels.
Copyright © PhotoDiscCervical smear test (Pap test)
This test is designed to detect pre-cancerous changes in the cervix (neck of the womb). These changes have no symptoms so cannot be detected unless a woman has a test.
Amniocentesis
Anaesthetic
Angiography
Arthroscopy
Biopsy
Blood pressure measurement
Blood tests
Bone densitometry scans (General)
Bone density scans (Osteoporosis)
Cervical smear test (Pap test)
Colonoscopy (Examination of the colon)
CT scan (Computerised tomography scan)
Cystoscopy
Ear examination (Otoscopy)
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
ERCP (Endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography)
Gastrointestinal cancer (Screening for)
Gastroscopy (Examination of the gullet and stomach)
Lactose tolerance test
Laparoscopy
Mammography
Microscopy and culture
MRI scan (Magnetic resonance imaging scan)
Patch testing for skin allergies
Pelvic examination
Sigmoidoscopy (Examining the rectum)
Ultrasound scans
Ultrasound scans (During pregnancy)
Urine test
Urodynamics
Urography (Pyelography)
X-rays


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