Understand diagnostic tests in simple, non-technical language
Measures glucose levels in your blood to check for diabetes or pre-diabetes. Fasting blood sugar is taken after 8-12 hours of fasting, and PP (post-prandial) is taken 2 hours after eating.
A CBC measures several components of your blood including red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, and platelets. It's one of the most common blood tests and gives doctors a broad overview of your health.
Combines X-rays taken from different angles with computer processing to create cross-sectional images. Faster than MRI and excellent for bones and blood vessels.
A low-dose X-ray that measures bone mineral density. It's the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis and assessing fracture risk.
Records the electrical activity of your heart using small electrode patches placed on your skin. Quick, painless, and takes just 5-10 minutes.
An ultrasound of the heart that shows how your heart chambers and valves are working. It can detect heart disease, valve problems, and heart failure.
An EEG records the electrical activity of the brain using small electrodes attached to the scalp. It helps detect abnormalities in brain waves and diagnose neurological conditions.
EMG measures the electrical activity of muscles at rest and during contraction. It helps diagnose neuromuscular disorders and nerve dysfunction.
Fundoscopy (ophthalmoscopy) examines the back of the eye including the retina, optic disc, and blood vessels using a special magnifying instrument.
Measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. Unlike regular blood sugar tests, it gives a longer-term picture of glucose control.
Measures creatinine, urea, and other markers to evaluate how well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood.
A lipid profile measures the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. It helps assess your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Measures enzymes, proteins, and bilirubin levels to assess liver health. Helps detect liver damage, infection, or disease.
A low-dose X-ray of the breast used to detect early signs of breast cancer. It can find tumours that are too small to feel.
Uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues. Provides much more detail than X-rays, especially for soft tissues.
NCV test measures how fast electrical signals move through your peripheral nerves. It helps identify nerve damage and conditions affecting the nervous system.
OCT uses light waves to take cross-section pictures of your retina, allowing your doctor to see each layer and measure thickness. It helps detect eye diseases early.
Measures how well your lungs work by testing airflow, lung volume, and gas exchange. You breathe into a mouthpiece connected to a machine.
Measures thyroid hormones (T3, T4) and TSH to evaluate how well your thyroid gland is working. The thyroid controls metabolism, energy, and growth.
Tonometry measures the pressure inside your eye (intraocular pressure). High eye pressure is a key risk factor for glaucoma.
Also called a stress test, it monitors your heart while you walk on a treadmill at increasing speeds. It shows how well your heart handles physical exertion.
Uses sound waves to create images of organs and structures inside the body. It's safe, painless, and doesn't use radiation.
Examines the appearance, concentration, and content of urine. Can detect a wide range of conditions including UTIs, kidney disease, and diabetes.
A standard eye test that measures how well you can see at various distances using an eye chart. It is the most common vision screening test.
Measures the level of vitamin B12 in your blood. B12 is essential for nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis.
Measures the level of vitamin D in your blood. Vitamin D is crucial for bone health, immune function, and mood regulation.
Uses small amounts of radiation to create images of bones and some soft tissues. Quick and painless, it's one of the oldest and most common imaging techniques.