MAIN Health Diagnostic Tests

Scans and tests your doctor's best tools for diagnosing disease and prescribing treatments.

Scans of your bones, lungs or heart can uncover clues to related problems, while mammograms are still the best defense against breast cancer.

Blood tests can reveal the causes of kidney, liver and other diseases - as well as diagnosing various types of cancer. These sites discuss what to expect when you go for a medical procedure or lab test - and what the results may mean.

Lab Tests Online - Including everything from Addison's Disease to West Nile virus with related tests listed by name and disease. Each click brings you to information on the test, the diseases it may identify and additional resources and links. Clear, easy to navigate and understand.

Quest Diagnostics Medical Tests - Accessible by the first letter of the test, the site takes you through each procedure with sections on what it may diagnose, how it feels, what you can expect, some of the results, risks and alternatives.

RESEARCH CENTER: Diagnostics - Feature articles and several sections that deal with specific body parts - the knee, shoulder, etc. Take a look at the videos if you are scheduled for arthroscopy or a stent. Devices such as hearing aids are also discussed.

Diagnostic Tests - Harvard Medical School Family Health Guide- Chose the test by category of name. The listings are extensive and the information similar to the Quest site is patient friendly. What to expect after the test is over is a section you may find very helpful.

The Patient's Guide to Medical Tests - The Health Library at Stanford eBook Collection with a very thorough guide to a variety of tests and medical procedures.

also see related feature -> How To Overcome Fear of Needles

This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.