CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why immediate access to test results "is a great idea," but ...

In the continuing evolution of personalized medicine, a new study has found evidence to support the value of a tool that measures the presence of cancer-derived molecules in the blood of patients with ...

Did you know that donating blood can do more than just save a life? Here's what your blood can tell you about your health.

You may have a blood glucose test in a doctor’s office, laboratory, or with a fingerstick meter at home. These tests can help diagnose diabetes or other health concerns and aid in adjusting your ...

Four serum neurofilament light chain tests show high accuracy in diagnosing ALS and predicting its progression, new research suggests.

Some people seem to defy time. Their skin stays smooth, their energy levels remain high, and their hair isn’t gray when it should. In other words, some people just don’t look their age. What’s their ...

Patients with long-term health conditions in part of north Devon have said they face round-trips of more than 60 miles for ...

The research findings primarily focus on individuals with a sleep disorder but may have broader implications. A recent study ...

It’s not uncommon to be required to fast for 8 to 12 hours before some blood tests since it helps make sure your results are ...

For people with a certain sleep disorder, a simple blood test could help predict the development of dementia years before ...

Blood test likened to a lateral flow test used to detect Covid is being piloted by ambulance crews in Cambridgeshire ...

You can test for lactose intolerance at home or through a provider. This article covers testing accuracy and helps you ...