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Diagnostic tests

Informative material on the diagnostic tests we carry out, reviewed by our specialists.

13 entries in total

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Bioimpedance analysis for the study of body composition A technique that enables the estimation of body fat, fat-free mass and body water based on the body’s response to a very low-intensity electrical current View entry

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Chromoendoscopy An image-enhancement technique used during a gastroscopy or colonoscopy to examine certain patterns in the mucosa in greater detail and help to i View entry Colonoscopy An endoscopic examination that allows the inside of the rectum and colon to be examined, biopsies to be taken and certain lesions to be treated during the same procedure View entry

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Digital dermatoscopy and photographic monitoring of skin lesions A technique that enables the acquisition, storage and comparison of magnified images of skin lesions in order to assess their characteristics and identify changes over time. View entry

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Gastroscopy An endoscopic examination that allows the oesophagus, stomach and the first part of the duodenum to be examined, biopsies to be taken and certain treatments to be carried out. View entry

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Handgrip strength testing A functional test that measures hand grip strength and enables the detection of reduced strength, the comparison of both sides and the assessment of changes over time. View entry High-sensitivity cardiac troponin A blood test that detects very small levels of cardiac troponin and helps to identify possible damage to the heart muscle. View entry

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Indocyanine green (ICG) lymphography An imaging test that uses a fluorescent dye to visualise superficial lymphatic vessels and study their drainage, particularly in the assessment of l View entry

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Liver elastography An imaging test that measures liver stiffness and helps to estimate the risk of fibrosis as part of a broader clinical assessment. View entry Lymphoscintigraphy A nuclear medicine scan that enables the study of lymph flow and the assessment of possible abnormalities in lymphatic drainage. View entry

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Overnight polysomnography A sleep study that monitors brain activity, breathing, oxygen levels, movements and other functions throughout the night. View entry

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Skin biopsy A skin biopsy, also known as a skin sample, involves taking a small sample for analysis to help diagnose various skin conditions View entry

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Venous Doppler ultrasound for the assessment of varicose veins: what it involves and what information it provides An ultrasound scan that allows the veins in the legs to be visualised and the flow of blood through them to be assessed. It is the key test for assessing varicose veins. View entry

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