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Results 1 - 8 of 8 for Smear test
  1. ... chromosome). When used for that purpose, the buccal smear test can confirm whether the patient is a male or female.
  2. Images ... A Pap test is a simple, relatively inexpensive procedure that can easily detect cancerous or precancerous conditions.
  3. ... chemicals such as detergents, infections or menopause. Diagnostic tests such as Pap smear, vaginal culture or biopsies may be performed to ...
  4. ... The swab is rotated gently, and withdrawn. A smear of the swab is placed in culture media to encourage the growth of microorganisms. The test is performed to isolate and identify organisms in ...
  5. Genital Warts/Images ... Genital Warts ... VisualDX ... Genital warts (condyloma acuminata) are caused by the wart virus human papillomavirus (HPV), of which there are ...
  6. A pleural smear examines a sample of pleural fluid under the microscope to detect for abnormal organisms. The test is performed when infection of the pleural space is suspected or when an abnormal collection of pleural fluid ...
  7. A duodenal tissue smear is performed by inserting an endoscope ... diagnose infection or parasitic infestation of the small bowel.
  8. Scabies (VisualDX)  
    Scabies/Images ... Scabies ... VisualDX ... Scabies is an itchy, contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites. Learn about its symptoms, treatments & prevention methods ...