Diagnostic Tests & Screening
Understanding medical tests, scans, screening programs, and what results mean.
Articles
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Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound: AAA Screening & Aneurysm Detection
Complete guide to abdominal aortic ultrasound screening for aneurysm (AAA). Learn about the procedure, who should be screened, what results mean, and treatment
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Adult Dental Exam: What to Expect & Why It Matters
Complete guide to adult dental examinations – what happens during a checkup, why regular visits matter, X-rays, gum health assessment, and what to tell your
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Allergy Testing: Types, Procedures & What to Expect
Complete guide to allergy testing - skin prick tests, blood tests, patch tests and food challenges. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Angiography: Vascular Imaging Procedure & What to Expect
Complete guide to angiography - how the procedure works, preparation, risks, and recovery. Learn about coronary, cerebral, and peripheral angiography.
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Bile Acid Malabsorption Test: SeHCAT Scan Procedure
Bile acid malabsorption test (SeHCAT scan) - how it works, preparation, procedure and results. Complete guide to diagnosing bile acid diarrhea.
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Blood Draw Procedure: Preparation, What to Expect & Results
Complete guide to having a blood test. Learn how to prepare, what happens during the blood draw, how to reduce anxiety, and when results are ready.
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Blood Glucose Test: What It Measures & Normal Levels
Blood glucose test (P-Glucose) measures blood sugar levels to diagnose diabetes. Learn about normal ranges, fasting requirements, and what high or low results
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Blood Pressure Measurement: How to Check & Read Results
Learn how to measure blood pressure correctly at home or in clinic. Understand systolic and diastolic readings, normal values, and when to see a doctor.
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Blood Test: Complete Guide to Preparation & What to Expect
Blood test guide: how to prepare, what happens during the procedure, and understanding results. Learn about venous, capillary, and arterial blood tests.
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Blood Test: Complete Guide to Preparation and Procedure
Complete guide to blood tests - preparation, procedure, types of blood draws (venous, capillary, arterial), fasting requirements, and when to expect results.
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Blood Test: Types, Results & What They Mean
Complete guide to blood tests - understand different types of blood tests, how they work, what results mean, and when you need them.
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Blood Tests in Children: Types, Preparation & What to Expect
Complete guide to blood tests in children - capillary, venous, and arterial samples. Learn how to prepare your child, reduce anxiety, and what to expect during
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Bone Density Scan (DEXA): Osteoporosis Test & Results
Bone density scan (DEXA/DXA) measures bone strength to diagnose osteoporosis and fracture risk. Learn about preparation, procedure, T-scores, and what results
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Bowel Cancer Home Test Kit: FIT Stool Sample Guide
Complete guide to bowel cancer home test kits. Learn how to collect a stool sample for FIT test, understand your results, and when follow-up colonoscopy is
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Breast Self-Exam: How to Check Your Breasts for Lumps
Learn how to perform a breast self-examination step by step. Discover what changes to look for, when to see a doctor, and why monthly breast checks are
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Bronchoscopy: Procedure, Preparation & What to Expect
Bronchoscopy procedure explained: what to expect, preparation, risks and recovery. Learn about flexible and rigid bronchoscopy for diagnosing lung conditions.
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Cancer Screening: Types, Benefits & Guidelines
Cancer screening tests detect cancer early when treatment is most effective. Learn about mammograms, colonoscopy, cervical screening, and PSA tests.
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Chest X-Ray: What It Shows, Procedure & Results
Chest X-ray explained: what it shows, how the procedure works, preparation tips, and how to understand results. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Children's Dental Exam: What to Expect & How to Prepare
Complete guide to children's dental examinations – what happens during the visit, how to prepare your child, X-rays, and when to start.
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Chlamydia Test: How to Get Tested for Chlamydia
Chlamydia testing explained: home test kits, clinic testing, when to test, and what results mean. Learn about urine tests, swab tests, and free testing options.
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Colonoscopy: Procedure, Preparation & What to Expect
Complete guide to colonoscopy - bowel preparation, what happens during the procedure, recovery and results. Learn about polyp removal and when to seek care.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening: FIT Test & Early Detection
Colorectal cancer screening with fecal immunochemical test (FIT) detects hidden blood in stool. Learn how screening works, who should be tested, and what
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Colorectal Cancer Screening: FIT Test & Stool Sample Guide
Learn about colorectal cancer screening with FIT test (fecal immunochemical test). How to collect stool samples, what results mean, and when to get screened.
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Colposcopy: Cervix Examination Procedure Guide
Colposcopy is a cervix examination using a special microscope to detect HPV-related cell changes. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Contrast Dye: Complete Guide to CT & MRI Contrast Media
Contrast dye for CT scans, MRI and X-rays - what to expect, preparation, side effects and safety. Evidence-based clinical guide from iMedic.
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Contrast Media: CT Scan and MRI Dye Injection Guide
Complete guide to contrast media for CT scans, MRI and X-rays. Learn about preparation, side effects, allergic reactions and what to expect during imaging with
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Coronary Angiography: Procedure, Risks & What to Expect
Coronary angiography (cardiac catheterization) - complete guide to the procedure, preparation, risks, and recovery. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Creatinine Blood Test: What It Measures & Normal Levels
Creatinine blood test measures kidney function. Learn about normal creatinine levels, eGFR, high and low values, and what your results mean.
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CRP Blood Test: What It Measures & Normal Levels
CRP blood test explained - what C-reactive protein measures, normal ranges, high CRP causes, and when doctors order this inflammation marker test.
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CT Scan: Complete Guide to Procedure, Preparation & Safety
CT scan (computed tomography) explained: how it works, preparation, contrast agents, radiation safety & what to expect. Reviewed by iMedic's medical...
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CT Scan: Procedure, Preparation & What to Expect
CT scan (computed tomography) guide - learn about preparation, procedure, contrast agents, and radiation safety. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Cystometry: Bladder Pressure Test & Urodynamics
Cystometry measures bladder pressure to diagnose urinary problems. Learn about the procedure, preparation, what to expect, and results.
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Cystoscopy: Bladder Examination Procedure & What to Expect
Cystoscopy examination of the bladder and urethra - complete guide to preparation, procedure, recovery and results. Evidence-based clinical guide from iMedic.
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Dementia Diagnosis: Memory Tests & Cognitive Assessment
Complete guide to dementia diagnosis and assessment. Learn about cognitive tests, memory evaluation, brain scans, and what to expect during a dementia workup.
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Dental CBCT Scan: 3D Imaging for Teeth and Jaw
CBCT dental scan (Cone Beam CT) provides detailed 3D images of teeth, jaw and surrounding structures. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Dental Examination: What to Expect at Your Checkup
Complete guide to dental examinations – what happens during a dental checkup, X-rays, oral health assessment, and when to see a dentist.
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Dental X-Ray: Types, Safety and What to Expect
Complete guide to dental X-rays – types of dental radiographs, radiation safety, procedure steps, and when you need them.
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Diabetes Self-Test: Check Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Learn how to test yourself for diabetes risk at home. Understand blood glucose testing, HbA1c, risk factors, and early warning signs.
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ECG Test: How It Works, What It Shows & Results
Complete guide to ECG (electrocardiogram) test - how it's done, what it detects, and how to understand results. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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EEG Test: Brain Wave Monitoring & Electroencephalography
EEG test explained – how electroencephalography measures brain activity. Learn about routine EEG, sleep EEG, ambulatory monitoring, and what to expect.
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ERCP Procedure: Bile Duct Treatment & Diagnosis
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) - comprehensive guide to bile duct examination and treatment. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Esophageal Manometry and pH Monitoring: Complete Guide
Esophageal manometry and pH monitoring tests explained. Learn about preparation, procedure, what to expect, and results interpretation.
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Exercise Stress Test: What to Expect & How It Works
Exercise stress test (cardiac stress test) - complete guide on what happens, how to prepare, test results interpretation, and what abnormal results mean.
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Eye Exam: Types, Tests & What to Expect
Complete guide to eye exams and vision tests. Learn about eye examination types, preparation, what happens during an eye test, and when to see an
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Fecal Occult Blood Test (FIT): Detect Hidden Blood in Stool
Fecal occult blood test (FIT/FOBT) detects hidden blood in stool for colorectal cancer screening. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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FIT Test for Bowel Cancer: Complete Screening Guide
FIT test (fecal immunochemical test) for bowel cancer screening - how to collect your stool sample, what results mean, and who should be tested.
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Gastroscopy: Procedure, Preparation & What to Expect
Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy) explained - complete guide to the procedure, how to prepare, what happens during examination, and recovery.
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General Condition Assessment: How Doctors Evaluate Illness
What does 'general condition' mean in medical terms? Learn how healthcare providers assess illness severity, warning signs of serious illness, and when to seek
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Genetic Testing: Types, Process & Results Explained
Comprehensive guide to genetic testing - learn about DNA tests, hereditary disease screening, how genetic tests work, what results mean, and when testing is
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Glucose Tolerance Test: Procedure, Results & Preparation
Glucose tolerance test (OGTT) - complete guide to preparation, procedure, and understanding your results. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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HbA1c Test: Complete Guide to Long-Term Blood Sugar Monitoring
HbA1c blood test measures average blood sugar over 2-3 months. Learn normal ranges, diabetes diagnosis, test procedure, and how to interpret results.
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Hearing Test: Types, Procedures & Results Explained
Complete guide to hearing tests and audiometry. Learn about types of hearing tests, what to expect during the procedure, how to interpret results, and when to
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Heart Failure Self-Test: Symptoms Checklist & Risk Assessment
Free heart failure self-assessment test to evaluate your symptoms. Check if shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling could indicate heart failure.
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Hemoglobin Blood Test: Normal Levels, Results & Meaning
Hemoglobin (Hb) blood test explained - what it measures, normal ranges for men, women and children, low and high values, causes of anemia.
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HPV Cervical Screening Test: Detecting HPV & Cell Changes
HPV cervical screening test detects HPV infection and cell changes in the cervix. Learn about Pap smear vs HPV test, self-sampling, when to get tested, and how
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HPV Self-Sampling: At-Home Test for Cervical Cancer Prevention
HPV self-sampling test at home – how to collect the sample, what to expect, and understanding your results. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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HPV Self-Test: Complete Home Testing Guide
Learn how to perform an HPV self-test at home for cervical cancer screening. Step-by-step instructions, when to test, and understanding your results.
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HPV Test and Cervical Screening: Pap Smear Guide
HPV testing and cervical cancer screening explained. Learn about Pap smears, HPV tests, abnormal results, and when to get screened.
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HPV Test Results: Understanding Your Cervical Screening
HPV test results explained – what positive, negative and abnormal results mean. Learn about cervical screening, cell changes, and next steps.
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Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap): Procedure, Risks & Recovery
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) explained: procedure, preparation, what to expect, potential complications, and recovery. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening: Complete Guide
Mammography screening for breast cancer detection - who should get screened, what to expect during the procedure, and how mammograms save lives.
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Mammography Screening: Early Breast Cancer Detection
Mammography screening for breast cancer detection – who should be screened, what to expect during the procedure, and understanding your results.
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Mammography Screening: Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Mammography screening for breast cancer – what to expect, who should get screened, and how early detection saves lives. Reviewed by iMedic's medical...
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Mammography: Breast Cancer Screening & What to Expect
Mammography explained: how breast X-ray screening works, what to expect during the exam, preparation tips, and when results are available.
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MCUG Test for Children: Bladder and Urinary Tract X-ray
MCUG (micturating cystourethrogram) for children - complete guide to bladder, urethra and ureter x-ray. Learn about preparation, procedure, and what to expect.
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Medical Imaging: X-Ray, CT, MRI & Ultrasound Types
Complete guide to medical imaging procedures including X-ray, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, and PET scan. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Medical Tests and Measurements: Complete Guide to Diagnostics
Medical tests and measurements explained - blood tests, imaging, vital signs and diagnostic procedures. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Medical Tests: Complete Guide to Diagnostic Procedures
Comprehensive guide to medical tests and diagnostic procedures. Learn about blood tests, imaging studies, biopsies, and how to prepare for medical examinations.
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Medical Tests: Types, Preparation & What to Expect
Complete guide to medical tests and examinations. Learn about blood tests, imaging scans, biopsies and how to prepare. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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MRI Scan: How It Works, What to Expect & Preparation
Complete guide to MRI scans (magnetic resonance imaging). Learn how MRI works, preparation tips, what happens during the procedure, and when results arrive.
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Neuropsychiatric Assessment: ADHD & Autism Evaluation Guide
Complete guide to neuropsychiatric assessment for ADHD, autism, and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Evidence-based clinical guide from iMedic.
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PET Scan: Complete Guide to Procedure & Results
What is a PET scan? Learn about the procedure, preparation, what to expect, and how results are interpreted. Evidence-based clinical guide from iMedic.
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Pituitary Gland Test: How Hormone Levels Are Measured
Pituitary gland testing explained - blood tests, stimulation tests and imaging for hormone imbalances. Learn about prolactin, TSH, ACTH, growth hormone testing.
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Potassium Blood Test: Normal Levels, Results & Meaning
Potassium blood test explained - understand normal levels (3.5-5.0 mmol/L), what high or low potassium means, and when you need testing.
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Preparing Children for X-Rays: Complete Parent Guide
How to prepare your child for X-ray and imaging tests. Age-appropriate tips, what to expect, sedation options, and radiation safety.
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PSA Blood Test: Prostate Cancer Screening Guide
PSA blood test explained: what it measures, normal levels by age, when to get tested, and how results are interpreted. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Pulmonary Function Test: Spirometry & Lung Capacity Tests
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) measure how well your lungs work. Learn about spirometry, PEF measurement, preparation, and what results mean.
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Rectoscopy: Procedure, Preparation & What to Expect
Rectoscopy examination explained - what happens during the procedure, how to prepare, what it feels like, and when you get results.
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Scintigraphy Scan: Nuclear Imaging Procedure Guide
Scintigraphy (nuclear medicine scan) explained - how the procedure works, what to expect, preparation tips, and safety information.
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Self-Examination Tests: Home Health Checks You Can Do
Learn how to perform self-examinations at home: breast self-exam, skin checks, testicular exams, pulse measurement, and home health tests.
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Semen Analysis: Sperm Count Test and Male Fertility Testing
Semen analysis test explained - what to expect, how to prepare, and understanding results. Learn about sperm count, motility, morphology, and male fertility
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Sleep Apnea Test: Home Sleep Study & Diagnosis Guide
Sleep apnea test at home - complete guide to nocturnal breathing monitoring for diagnosing sleep apnea. Reviewed by iMedic's medical specialists.
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Sodium Blood Test: Normal Levels, High & Low Results
Sodium blood test explained: what it measures, normal sodium levels (135-145 mmol/L), causes of high and low sodium, and when you need this test.
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Testicular Self-Exam: How to Check for Lumps & Cancer Signs
Learn how to perform a testicular self-examination to detect testicular cancer early. Step-by-step guide with expert instructions on what to feel for, when to
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TSH Blood Test: Thyroid Function Testing Guide
TSH blood test measures thyroid function. Learn about normal TSH levels, what high and low results mean, when to test, and how TSH relates to hypothyroidism and
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Ultrasound Scan: How It Works, Types & What to Expect
Complete guide to ultrasound examinations - how ultrasound imaging works, types of scans, preparation, and what to expect.
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Urine and Stool Tests: Complete Guide to Lab Analysis
Comprehensive guide to urine tests (urinalysis) and stool tests. Learn about sample collection, what results mean, and when these diagnostic tests are needed.
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Urine Sample Test: How to Collect & What Results Mean
Complete guide to urine sample collection and testing. Learn proper technique for clean-catch samples, what urine tests detect, and how to prepare.
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Urine Test (Urinalysis): Complete Guide to Types & Results
Complete guide to urine tests and urinalysis. Learn about dipstick tests, urine cultures, how to collect samples, and what results mean.
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X-Ray Imaging: Complete Guide to Medical Scans & Procedures
X-ray and medical imaging guide - types of scans, preparation, radiation safety, and what to expect. Evidence-based clinical guide from iMedic.
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X-Ray Safety: Radiation Risks and Protection Guide
Is X-ray safe? Learn about radiation risks from X-rays, safety during pregnancy, children's X-rays, and how medical imaging protects patients.
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X-Ray: Complete Guide to Radiography Imaging
X-ray imaging explained: preparation, procedure, safety, and what to expect. Learn how radiography works, radiation exposure facts, and when X-rays are used.