Tag: Screening
Advantages of FIT As CRC Screening Method Discussed
FIT has several advantages over gFOBT, but practical concerns should be considered
Barriers for Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Vary
Patients, health care providers differ in perceptions of most important barriers
Urine Concentration Aids UTI Diagnosis in Young Infants
Pyuria threshold varies with urine concentration for evaluation of UTI in young infants
Less Frequent Cervical CA Screens May Be OK After HPV Vaccine
Less testing could reduce risk of false-positives and save money, researchers say
Second Trimester Lipids Can ID Gestational Diabetes
Five lipid biomarkers significantly associated with post-load glucose levels in validation cohort
Low Incidence of Cervical Cancer, CIN3+ for HPV-Negative Women
Low incidence may support extension of cervical screening interval beyond five years
Industry-Funded Team Says Algorithm Improves HbA1c Value
Scientists say their mathematical formula improves accuracy of glycated hemoglobin testing
Researchers Question Value of Web-Based Test for Prediabetes
Assessment finds eight in 10 Americans over 60 at risk -- a conclusion questioned by researchers
Lung Cancer Decision Aids Are Helpful for Patients
Patient understanding of lung cancer screening increased after participation in focus groups
USPSTF Recommends BP Screening for Preeclampsia
Substantial net benefit for preeclampsia screening with BP measurements throughout pregnancy
