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A test for sodium in the urine is a 24-hour test or a one-time (spot) test that checks for how much sodium is in the urine. Sodium

Discusses virtual colonoscopy (computed tomographic colonography). Explains how it differs from regular colonoscopy. Covers why it

Covers the facts about abortion and follow-up care.

Covers the types of vacuum aspiration, why it's done, what to expect after the procedure, and its effectiveness and risks.

Uvulitis is an inflammation of the uvula, which is the small piece of finger-shaped tissue that hangs down from the soft palate in

The inhibin A test is done to measure the amount of this hormone in your blood during pregnancy to see if the fetus may have Down

The integrated test is a screening test done during pregnancy to find out the chance that a baby has certain birth defects, such

An aldosterone test measures the level of aldosterone (a hormone made by the adrenal glands) in the urine. Aldosterone helps

A test for catecholamines measures the amount of the hormones epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the blood. These

A cortisol test measures the level of the hormone cortisol in a 24-hour sample of urine. The cortisol level may show problems with