Oct 10, 2024 · Stool comes in a range of colors. All shades of brown and even green are considered typical. Only rarely does stool color indicate a possibly serious intestinal condition. …

Sep 12, 2025 · This rare form of breast cancer causes breast skin changes. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatments, including surgery.

Aug 5, 2023 · Learn about the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test to assess kidney function and what possible results could mean.

Jul 8, 2025 · A simple blood test done in a doctor's office can help to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. Find out who can have the test, and how accurate results are.

May 30, 2024 · Larger amounts of mucus in stool, associated with diarrhea, may be caused by certain intestinal infections. Bloody mucus in stool or mucus along with belly pain may signal a …

Why it's done A hematocrit test can help your health care team make a diagnosis or monitor how you respond to a treatment. The test is done as part of a complete blood count (CBC). When …

Nov 9, 2024 · Overview A bilirubin test checks liver health by measuring the levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a substance produced by the breakdown of red blood cells. Bilirubin (bil …

Symptoms Breast tissue typically might feel lumpy or ropy. You also may have breast tenderness that comes and goes with your menstrual period.

Oct 24, 2023 · Bacteria, yeast or parasites can indicate an infection. Casts — tube-shaped proteins — can be a result of kidney disorders. Crystals that form from chemicals in urine …

Mar 4, 2025 · The condition of red blood cells that are larger than usual is called macrocytosis. Macrocytosis most often has no symptoms. It's found on routine blood tests. Macrocytosis isn't …