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Penn researchers are developing a blood test to predict kidney disease risk in Black Americans, who face disproportionately ...

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A D-dimer test measures how much D-dimer protein is in the blood. This protein is present when blood clots break down. A typical range is 0 to 0.50 micrograms per milliliter (μg/mL) of blood. Higher ...

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Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

At-home gut health tests use DNA or RNA sequencing from a stool sample. Testing your gut health cannot replace an official diagnosis from a doctor. Your results may provide insights into gut ...

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