Analyzing metabolites from routine blood draws could help doctors catch disease in early stages, then recommend preventative ...

Doctors screen for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) with an ankle-brachial index (ABI) test, which measures blood pressure in the legs. Experts recommend that anyone with PAD risk factors undergo ...

Reduced blood flow can cause unpleasant symptoms, such as pain, muscle cramps, numbness, digestive issues and coldness in the hands or feet. In addition to those with poor circulation, athletes and ...

The University of Missouri's Cardiology Clinic in Jefferson City is now using a new, higher-precision radio isotope scan to more accurately gauge blood flow in the heart. The scan is intended to ...

What Is an MCV Blood Test? MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume. An MCV blood test measures the average size of red blood cells, which have the critical job of carrying oxygen to your organs. If ...

Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD You may need an MPV test if you show symptoms that suggest an issue with your platelet ...

Could a simple blood test detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear? New research from Resonant, a Utah biotech company that develops diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases, ...

Chronic stress can lead to cardiovascular problems such as poor blood flow in the body, and this is becoming increasingly ...