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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a common genetic disease that causes mucus in the body to become thick and sticky. The mucus builds up and

Potassium is a mineral. It helps keep the right mix of fluids in your body. It also helps your nerves, muscles, and heart work

Albumin is a protein that is produced in the liver and released into the blood. It helps prevent blood from leaking out of blood

What is a spermatocele? A spermatocele (epididymal cyst) is a fluid-filled cyst in the long, tightly coiled tube that lies above

Hemochromatosis gene (HFE) testing is a blood test used to check for hereditary hemochromatosis, an inherited disorder that causes

The Ashkenazi Jewish genetic panel is a test to look for certain diseases. These diseases occur most often in people of Central

Discusses screening test for hereditary hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes the body to absorb too much iron. Covers

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (LCPD) is a disorder of the upper part of the thighbone (head of the femur) that causes breakdown of

An avulsion fracture occurs when an injury causes a ligament or tendon to break off (avulse) a small piece of a bone it is

Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis) is bone death that occurs when the blood supply to the bone is decreased or stopped. Without an