Hoping to catch serious illnesses early, more Americans are ordering lab tests online, but their doctors don't know what to ...

The start-up Function will send practically anyone to a lab for extensive medical testing, no physical required. Is that a ...

New federal guidance is expanding testing for cervical cancer with a self-collection method. Dr. Mara Gordon speaks to NPR about why this option might become popular for screening for HPV.

A doctor and public health expert explains why the new federal guidelines expanding cervical cancer screening to at-home ...

Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

Dear Doctors: I just turned 65, and my doctor wants me to have a bone density test. What is it, and how does it work? Dear Reader: A bone mineral density test, or BMD, measures the strength of one’s ...

Fertility tests can help identify potential issues with fertility in both males and females. Tests may include ultrasounds, blood tests, or semen samples. Fertility is a measure of your natural ...