Lipoprotein (a) is a low-density lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood. The lipoprotein (a) test — or Lp(a) test — determines the level of this lipoprotein in the blood, and its results ...

Testing for meningitis may include a physical exam, blood tests, bacterial cultures, imaging, and a spinal tap for cerebrospinal fluid testing to confirm the diagnosis. Seek emergency care for severe ...

India has pioneered in commercial production of bio-bitumen, which is an environmentally friendly substitute of petroleum-based bitumen in the construction of roads. The milestone was announced by ...

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What car was it? Commodore wagon? Busted up Ford Falcon or maybe even one of those exotic Japanese imports like a Toyota Corolla or Mazda 323? Instead, these days it's commonplace to have a herd of ...

An atherectomy is a minimally invasive procedure to remove plaque buildup from an artery (blood vessel). Removing this plaque allows blood to flow more freely through the artery. An atherectomy treats ...

A hemoglobin test measures the amount of hemoglobin in red blood cells, which is essential for transporting oxygen throughout the body and carbon dioxide back to the lungs. Normal hemoglobin levels ...

The management of localized bladder cancers is rapidly evolving. In this Review, the authors discuss diagnostic innovations, refinements in surgical approaches and novel intravesical or systemic ...