8.1 Introduction to Tests and Procedures
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter you will be able to
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- Describe common laboratory procedures
- Describe common ultrasound procedures
- Describe common nuclear medicine scans
- Describe common radiology procedures
- Describe common clinical procedures
- List abbreviations and their meanings for common diagnostic tests
Chapter Overview
This chapter will explore diagnostic tests and procedures that are typically performed in a hospital and other medical settings. Tests and procedures occur every day in health care, and many of us have likely had a number of these tests ourselves. This chapter has been organized into lab tests, diagnostic imaging, and clinical procedures. The diagnostic imaging section includes X-rays, ultrasounds, nuclear medicine, and MRIs. Tests and procedures will be explained, abbreviations will be listed where applicable, and important considerations will be discussed. A large assortment of images and some videos will assist you with your learning. Exercises are also provided throughout, as well as a final review to solidify what you have learned.
Attribution
Unless otherwise indicated, material on this page has been adapted from the following resource:
Betts, J. G., Young, K. A., Wise, J. A., Johnson, E., Poe, B., Kruse, D. H., Korol, O., Johnson, J. E., Womble, M., & DeSaix, P. (2013). Anatomy and physiology. OpenStax. https://openstax.org/details/books/anatomy-and-physiology licensed under CC BY 4.0
