Creatinine levels indicate a person's kidney health, and high levels mean your kidneys are not working as effectively as they should.

A person should only fast before a blood test if their doctor or healthcare professional specifically instructs them to do so. Not all blood tests require fasting. If a doctor or healthcare ...

A leading GP advises individuals over 40 to prioritize four key blood tests for proactive health management. These tests, including lipid, kidney function, blood sugar, and blood pressure checks, are ...

If a medical test result is inconclusive, the sample did not provide enough information to confirm a positive or negative result. A person may need another test. People can have various medical tests ...

A new Galleri blood test detected 75% of cancers without current screening options, with over half found in early stage I or ...

Scientists at the University of East Anglia and Oxford Biodynamics have developed a high accuracy blood test to diagnose Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS). The ...

A rapid blood test to help diagnose life-threatening conditions in children – such as sepsis or meningitis – is being trialled in the NHS. The 15-minute blood test can fast-track diagnosis by telling ...