Laboratory techniques and procedures are performed on patient specimens to detect biomarkers and diagnose diseases. Blood, urine, semen or tissue samples can be analysed using biochemical, ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

The City of Kelowna is proposing changes to the voter registration procedure for municipal elections. Presently, the city limits registration to voting day only, however a proposal being brought to ...

A cystoscopy helps doctors see inside the bladder and urethra to diagnose problems. You might need a cystoscopy if you have symptoms like blood in your urine or painful urination. Most cystoscopies ...

Cardiac catheterization involves inserting a thin tube into your arm or groin to check and treat heart conditions. You might need to stop taking some medicines, like blood thinners, before the test.

If you’re seeking an in-clinic abortion, your nearest Planned Parenthood health center or another trusted reproductive health care provider can help you understand your options. Other abortion ...

Background Antiplatelet and antithrombotic medication management before, during, and after neurointerventional procedures has significant practice variation. This document updates and builds upon the ...

Mohs surgery is a highly specialized technique for treating skin cancer. Johns Hopkins dermatologic surgeon Elise Ng, M.D., explains the procedure. Mohs surgery is a precise and effective surgical ...

Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) surgery is a two-step procedure that treats certain cancers in the abdomen. Cancerous tumors are surgically removed, and then heated chemotherapy ...