An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that records electrical signals within the brain, and can be used to diagnose several conditions, including epilepsy.
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Peptic ulcers: diagnosis and tests
Tests that help diagnose a peptic ulcer include gastroscopy and Helicobacter pylori tests. The best test depends on your age and symptoms.
Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) tests in pregnancy
An alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) test is a blood test that can show whether your fetus has signs of some birth defects, in particular, spina bifida (a type of neural tube defect) or chromosome abnormalities.
Diabetes and blood glucose monitoring
Keeping track of your blood glucose level is an important part of managing diabetes. See how to check blood glucose and blood glucose targets.
Bone mineral density tests
Bone mineral density testing assesses the mineral content of your bones. Low bone mineral density – osteopenia or osteoporosis – makes bones weak.
Faecal occult blood test
Faecal occult blood test is a chemical test that can detect tiny traces of blood in the stool that may indicate the presence of bowel cancer or a precancerous polyp.
Barium enema: lower bowel examination
Barium enema is an X-ray test that allows your doctor to examine the lower part of your bowel.
Colonoscopy: examination of the colon
A colonoscopy is an examination of the colon (large bowel), using a colonoscope a long, thin, flexible tube containing a camera and a light.
Barium swallow and barium meal tests
Both a barium swallow and a barium meal test involve a series of X-rays being taken of your upper digestive tract.
Biopsy
A biopsy is a test in which a small tissue sample is removed for examination to help diagnose a disease. Explore the procedure and risks with myDr.com.au.
