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Why a ‘normal’ blood test isn’t always good news: A UK surgeon reveals the hidden trends your routine labs might miss
April 06, 2026 5:00 pm
A UK doctor explains why normal blood tests might miss underlying health issues and concerning trends.
Shoaib Ibrahim returns to the treadmill, talks about getting a blood test before restarting gym routine: 'Main line par aa gaya hun waapis'
April 02, 2026 8:33 am
After a demanding year, Shoaib Ibrahim gets back on track—can a simple blood test be the first step to rebuilding fitness safely?
Cardiologist says these blood tests can predict heart disease risk 'before you waste 5 years Googling your symptoms'
September 12, 2025 10:28 am
Borderline results should not be ignored, as they often signal the beginning of metabolic or cardiovascular changes, which may not require medication right away, but they do call for lifestyle changes.
What are Tumour Marker Tests, and when are they recommended?
May 21, 2025 11:13 am
Notably, this list is not comprehensive as new tumour markers frequently become available and may not be included.
Full-body MRI scans may not be as effective as believed to be; know why
December 22, 2024 4:50 pm
MRI scans are diagnostic imaging procedures that use powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the entire body
Fact check: Blood tests don't accurately reflect magnesium levels in the body
November 22, 2024 6:24 pm
Individuals are encouraged to eat magnesium-rich foods like boiled spinach, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds, quinoa, brown rice, lentils, oatmeal, and dark chocolate
What is a complete blood count test, and when do doctors recommend getting it done?
August 06, 2024 9:39 am
A non-medico can read the report as nowadays most reports come with the normal range of values. But what a non-medico should not do is self-diagnose or Google search his or her findings based upon the report, said Pruthu Dhekane, consultant infectious disease, Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune
Bombay Blood Group: Only 1 in 10,000 Indians have this, can be stored only for about 40 days; know all about it
July 03, 2024 5:56 pm
A national repository would improve the recruitment, retention, and coordination of rare blood donors. Without it, efforts to maintain an adequate donor pool are fragmented and less effective.
Can you contract HIV after one exposure?
August 23, 2022 11:38 am
HIV is transmitted between people through bodily fluids, unprotected anal or vaginal sex and sharing of needles. People can also transmit HIV to their babies during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
Automated robotic device developed for faster blood testing
June 13, 2018 7:29 pm
Scientists have created a robot that is able to quickly draw and test blood samples, in an effort to quicken treatment methods.
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