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misskitty
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Vampyred!
I have a question...how long does it usually take a lab to do blood work on you?
I have a question...how long does it usually take a lab to do blood work on you?
misskitty said:Also, how do the technicians do a blood count, red and white?
just curious.
misskitty said:I have a question...how long does it usually take a lab to do blood work on you?
misskitty said:I had a few questions about Auto Immune Deficiency...like MS and MD.
How do they test for things like that?
How do they treat it?
Also, how do the technicians do a blood count, red and white?
just curious.
misskitty said:MD is the abbreviation for Muscular Dystrophy. Those test sound like a blast!
misskitty said:I was told it is also considered an auto immune deficency.
A blood test is a medical procedure in which a sample of blood is collected and analyzed for various purposes, such as detecting the presence of certain substances or diseases. In the case of auto immune diseases, blood tests can be used to measure the levels of certain antibodies or immune cells that indicate the presence of an auto immune disorder.
Some of the most commonly diagnosed auto immune diseases through blood tests include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, celiac disease, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. However, there are over 80 known auto immune diseases, each with their own unique markers that can be detected through blood tests.
No, a blood test is not the only method of diagnosing auto immune diseases. In some cases, doctors may also use imaging tests, biopsies, or physical examinations to confirm a diagnosis. However, blood tests are often the first step in the diagnostic process as they are non-invasive and can provide valuable information.
The accuracy of a blood test in diagnosing an auto immune disease depends on various factors, such as the specific disease being tested for and the quality of the test. Generally, blood tests can provide a reliable indication of the presence of an auto immune disease, but a definitive diagnosis may require further testing.
While a blood test can indicate the presence of an auto immune disease, it is not always possible to predict the severity of the disease based on the results. The severity of an auto immune disease can vary greatly from person to person and can change over time, so additional monitoring and testing may be needed to assess the progression of the disease.