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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for Laxatives
  1. Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... drinks without added color. Drinking a strong liquid laxative and/or using an enema on the evening before your test. The laxative or enema will help you empty your bowels. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/colorectal-cancer-screening-tests - Medical Tests
  2. Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP): MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... may also be asked to take a mild laxative the evening before the IVP. A laxative is medicine that helps you empty your bowels ( ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/intravenous-pyelogram-ivp - Medical Tests
  3. Magnesium Blood Test: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... example: Aspirin Medicines that contain magnesium, such as laxatives for constipation and certain antacids for heartburn or ... re getting too much magnesium from dietary supplements , laxatives, antacids, or certain prescription medicines. It's rare to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/magnesium-blood-test - Medical Tests
  4. Osmolality Tests: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... Factitious diarrhea, a condition caused by overuse of laxatives Malabsorption , a condition that affects your ability to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/osmolality-tests - Medical Tests
  5. Phosphate in Blood: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... term use of certain medicines. These include steroids , laxatives, and enemas that contain phosphate. A lower than ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/phosphate-in-blood - Medical Tests
  6. Phosphate in Urine: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... Eating a meal high in phosphorous or using laxatives with sodium phosphate can affect your results. Also, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/phosphate-in-urine - Medical Tests
  7. Potassium Blood Test: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... diarrhea , vomiting, or heavy sweating Using too many laxatives Adrenal gland disorders , including Cushing's syndrome and aldosteronism ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/potassium-blood-test - Medical Tests