Tests and Procedures

Overview Breast reduction is a surgical option that removes extra fat, tissue, and skin from the chest. This procedure is often used to help adults who…

Overview A bilirubin test helps determine how well the liver works by measuring the amount of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment that…

Overview Hip replacement surgery, also called total hip arthroplasty, involves surgeons removing damaged parts of the hip joint. They replace these with a prosthesis made from…

Overview A vasectomy is a medical procedure that provides permanent birth control for men. The surgeon cuts and seals the vas deferens, which are the tubes…

Overview The liver creates C-reactive protein (CRP), which circulates in the blood. CRP levels rise when the body experiences inflammation, making it an important indicator for…

Defining Stem Cells and Their Abilities Stem cells serve as the body’s main source for new cells. They stand out because they can copy themselves and…

Overview A coronary calcium scan is a type of CT test that checks for calcium buildup in the coronary arteries. This buildup, known as calcification, can…

Overview Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) delivers 100% oxygen inside a sealed chamber where the air pressure is higher than normal. This process raises the amount of…

Overview Laser hair removal uses advanced laser technology to target unwanted body hair. The process focuses a beam of light directly at hair follicles. The pigment…

Overview Mechanism of Action Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy is a non-surgical technique that uses focused magnetic fields to activate specific areas of the brain. A…