Tag: Screening
Blood Test Has Potential for Detecting Concussion in Children
Could help reduce number of CT scans and associated radiation exposure
ASN: suPAR Levels Prognostic for Chronic Kidney Disease
Researchers say blood test can predict risk up to five years before damage begins
Doctors Who Order More Tests Have Fewer Malpractice Claims
Study explores link between 'defensive medicine' and malpractice claims
Continuing Mailed FOBT Program Ups CRC Screening Adherence
Continuing benefits for patients who completed FOBT tests in years one and/or two of the program
USPSTF Urges Broader Screening for Type 2 Diabetes
Task Force advises testing overweight, obese people aged 40 to 70 for abnormal blood sugar
Early Detection Still Key to Breast Cancer Survival
Despite advances in treatment, finding smaller tumors linked to better results
Troponin Cut-Off Could Help Reduce Admissions, Costs
Could rule out MI for two-thirds of patients evaluated in emergency department
USPSTF Recommends CRC Screening for 50- to 75-Year-Olds
Grade A recommendation for 50- to 75-year-olds; individualized decision urged for those age 76 to 85
Too Few Women Getting Counseling Before BRCA Test
But outside expert questions whether counseling may be more important after a positive test result
Tips Offered for Management of Genetic Conditions in Pregnancy
Committee opinion recommends multidisciplinary approach from preconception through postpartum
