Blood Tests for Health Monitoring
Diagnostic Tests:
* Troponin test: Diagnoses heart attack.
* Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) test: Diagnoses heart failure.
* INR test: Monitors blood clotting for warfarin users.
Monitoring Disease Risk and Management:
* Cholesterol and glucose level tests: Assess risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
* Liver and kidney function tests: Monitor organ health.
Other Uses:
* Detect illness, injury, and infection.
* Monitor medication effectiveness.
Procedure:
* Blood is drawn from a finger prick or vein.
* Bottles are labeled with patient information and contain clotting preventatives.
* Tests are conducted to analyze blood components.
Importance of Blood:
* Circulatory function: Carries white blood cells and antibodies.
* Immune system: Detects and neutralizes foreign substances.
* Coagulation: Forms clots to stop bleeding.
* Transportation: Delivers nutrients, oxygen, and hormones while removing waste products.
* Defense mechanism: Protects the body from pathogens.
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