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Amismatch between two common tests for kidney function may indicate a higher risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and death, a new study shows. Healthcare providers for decades have measured blood ...

Given just how much lifestyle disorders or non-communicable diseases are on the rise these days, it is quite likely that you would have taken a liver function test (LFT) and then consulted the doctor ...

Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...

Residual volume is the air left in the lungs after you fully exhale. Residual volume is important because it keeps the lungs open and stops oxygen and carbon dioxide from getting trapped. High or low ...

Microsoft Excel Tests New Copilot Function With Ability to Classify Data, Generate Summaries and More Microsoft Excel’s new Copilot () function will be available on Windows and macOS, while others ...

Yes, it is possible for a person with cirrhosis to receive typical liver function test results, although this is rare. The United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) notes that liver function ...

Yes, it is possible to have a normal liver function test if you have cirrhosis, but this is rare. Cirrhosis is a condition that causes scarring and damage of the liver, which can prevent it from ...

Your kidneys work quietly in the background every day, doing jobs that are vital for your health. These two bean-shaped organs filter your blood, remove waste and extra fluid, help control blood ...