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What is a lumbar puncture? A lumbar puncture (LP) or spinal tap may be done to diagnose or treat a condition. For this procedure, your healthcare provider inserts a hollow needle…

Does this test have other names? Metanephrine, plasma free, fractionated plasma free metanephrines What is this test? This test measures the substances metanephrine and normetanephrine in your blood. It helps…

Robotic prostatectomy needs a hospital stay. Procedures may vary depending on your condition and your healthcare provider’s practices. You will be asked to remove any jewelry or other…

What is autoimmune hepatitis? Autoimmune hepatitis is when your body’s infection-fighting system (immune system) attacks your liver cells. This causes redness and swelling (inflammation) and liver damage. It is a…

Does this test have other names? 24-hour urinary metanephrines What is this test? This test measures the amount of metanephrines in your urine that your body makes over a 24-hour period.…

Robotic pyeloplasty requires a hospital stay. The surgery may take 2 to 3 hours. Procedures may vary depending on your condition and your healthcare provider’s practices. You will…

Does this test have other names? Serum free light chain assay, Freelite (brand name) What is this test? This test looks for signs of antibodies called immunoglobulins in your blood.…

What is Guillain-Barré syndrome? Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is also called acute inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (AIDP). It’s a neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system.…

Does this test have other names? Free thyroxine test What is this test? This test measures the level of free T 4or free thyroxine, in your blood. A free T…

What is Guillain-Barré syndrome in children? Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a short-term but often life-threatening disorder that affects the nerves in the body. GBS can cause muscle weakness, pain, and…