Hoping to catch serious illnesses early, more Americans are ordering lab tests online, but their doctors don't know what to ...

Tarrytown, New York, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 93% of patients expect their doctor to order a test upon request17% have requested a lab ...

The start-up Function will send practically anyone to a lab for extensive medical testing, no physical required. Is that a ...

New federal guidance is expanding testing for cervical cancer with a self-collection method. Dr. Mara Gordon speaks to NPR about why this option might become popular for screening for HPV.

Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

Dear Doctors: I just turned 65, and my doctor wants me to have a bone density test. What is it, and how does it work? Dear Reader: A bone mineral density test, or BMD, measures the strength of one’s ...

ADDICTION. USING A BRAIN IMPLANT. IT’S STILL A GROWING PROBLEM YEAR BY YEAR. WE’VE SEEN MORE DEATHS, MORE OVERDOSES, DESPITE OUR BEST TREATMENTS. DOCTOR NESTOR TOLMICH BELIEVES ADDICTION IS A DISEASE ...

Fertility tests can help identify potential issues with fertility in both males and females. Tests may include ultrasounds, blood tests, or semen samples. Fertility is a measure of your natural ...

Most of us feel reassured after an annual health check-up that includes basic blood tests like CBC, fasting sugar, and cholesterol. However, while the routine tests remain significant, they frequently ...