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  1. How Do You Get Tested for Ovarian Cancer?

    There’s no routine screening for ovarian cancer, but blood tests, ultrasound, and biopsy can help diagnose it. Here’s how the testing process works.

    By Shannon Esposito
  2. How Long Does a Blood Test Take: Draw to Results

    Most blood draws take under 5 minutes, with routine results back in 1–3 days. Learn what affects timing and how you’ll receive your results.

    By Stefan Eriksson
  3. Is There a Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Disease?

    Blood tests for Alzheimer’s are now available, offering an earlier, less invasive way to detect brain changes before symptoms appear.

    By Kristina Cook
  4. What Do You Drink Before a Colonoscopy?

    Learn which clear liquids are safe before a colonoscopy, what colors to avoid, and how to get through the bowel prep process comfortably.

    By Margaret Salazar
  5. How Do They Test for STDs in Females?

    STD testing for women involves swabs, urine, or blood depending on the infection. Learn what to expect, when to test, and how to read your results.

    By Ashley Horton
  6. What Does an EGD Diagnose? Ulcers, Cancer, and More

    An EGD can detect acid reflux damage, ulcers, celiac disease, and even early cancers. Here’s what doctors are looking for and what the procedure involves.

    By Margaret Salazar
  7. What Are the Symptoms of High Monocytes?

    High monocytes rarely cause symptoms on their own. Learn what conditions raise monocyte levels and what your doctor looks for next.

    By Robyn Arnold
  8. How Do Doctors Test for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

    Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis involves blood tests, imaging, and physical exams working together — no single test tells the whole story.

    By Joy Mahoney
  9. Is There a Test for Lactose Intolerance?

    From breath tests to elimination diets, here’s what you should know about the different ways doctors diagnose lactose intolerance.

    By Georgina Rice
  10. How to Do a Self Breast Exam and What to Look For

    Learn how to check your breasts for changes at home, what normal tissue feels like, and when to follow up with a doctor.

    By Vanessa Hill
  11. How to Get Tested for Herpes: Swab vs. Blood Tests

    Learn which herpes test is right for you—swab or blood—based on your symptoms, and what to do if your results are unclear.

    By Alexander Lindstrom
  12. What Conditions Does an EMG Test Diagnose?

    EMG tests help diagnose nerve compression, muscle diseases, ALS, and more by measuring electrical activity in your muscles and nerves.

    By Kristina Cook
  13. What Age Should You Get a Mammogram?

    Mammogram guidelines vary by age and risk level. Here’s what major health organizations recommend and how to decide what’s right for you.

    By Inés Ortiz
  14. 5 Panel Drug Test: What It Tests For and How It Works

    Learn what a 5 panel drug test screens for, how long substances stay detectable, and what your rights are as an employee.

    By Katrina Banks