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2. Biometric Screening: What Is It and What’s Tested? - Healthline

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   A biometric screening is a clinical screening that’s done to measure certain physical characteristics. It can be used to assess your: height. weight. body mass index (BMI) blood pressure. blood ...

3. Get the Screening Tests You Need - WebMD

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   The USPSTF says get tested every 2 years, starting at age 50. Cervical cancer screening ( Pap test) Get a Pap test every 3 years, or a Pap test along with a human papillomavirus ( HPV) test every ...

4. Ovarian Cancer Screening: When, Why, and How - Healthline

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   The CA-125 test is the most commonly used screening and diagnostic tool for ovarian cancer. This test measures a protein called the cancer antigen 125 that’s elevated in about 80 percent of ...

5. DEXA Scan (Dual X-ray Absorptiometry): A Test to ... - WebMD

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   The most widely used type of bone density scan is called dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA). This painless test measures the mineral content of your bones. That allows your doctor to ...

6. HIV Screening: What to Know - WebMD

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   Routine screening. The CDC recommends that if you are between the ages of 13-64, you get screened for HIV at least once as part of routine health care. But if you have high risk factors for HIV ...

7. Colonoscopy: Prep, Procedure Details, and Screening - Healthline

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   You must have a clear liquid diet for 24 to 72 hours before your procedure. The typical bowel prep diet includes: broth or bouillon. gelatin. plain coffee or tea. pulp-free juice. sports drinks ...

8. Physical Examination: Purpose, Preparation, and Procedure

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   Procedure. Follow-up. A physical examination is a routine test your primary care provider (PCP) performs to check your overall health. It’s also known as a wellness check. You don’t have to be ...

9. Preventing Heart Disease With Checkups and Routine Screens

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   During a routine checkup, your doctor will likely assess: your body mass index (BMI), a measurement used to determine heart disease risk. blood pressure. pulse rate. oxygen saturation level. your ...