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The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test offered by House of Diagnostics is a simple yet crucial blood test used to detect inflammation in the body. This test measures the rate at which red blood cells settle at the bottom of a test tube over a specific period. A higher than normal sedimentation rate typically indicates inflammation, which can be associated with various medical conditions such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and certain types of cancer.  House of Diagnostics provides a reliable ESR test as part of their comprehensive diagnostic services, ensuring accurate results that help in the early detection and management of underlying health issues. Their state-of-the-art laboratories and skilled professionals guarantee high standards of testing, making them a trusted choice for patients seeking accurate and timely health assessments.

A 2D echocardiogram, also known as a two-dimensional echocardiogram, is a non-invasive medical imaging test which uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the heart. The live images helps the cardiologist to evaluate a wide range of heart conditions or heart diseases, providing valuable information regarding the heart’s size, shape, pumping function, thickness and movement of the heart valves. Types of 2D echo test: There are several types of 2D echo that can be performed, including: Transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE): It is one of the most common 2D echo test, in which a transducer is placed on the chest to create images of the heart from outside the body. Transoesophageal echocardiogram (TEE): In this test, a flexible device is inserted down the throat into the oesophagus (located behind the heart) to obtain more detailed images of the heart. It is often used when a TTE does not provide enough information. Stress echocardiogram: This test involves exercising on a treadmill...

A PET CT scan combines the strength of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) in one imaging session to identify the location of cancer. The scan helps find out the abnormal metabolic activity within the body, like malignant tumour cells. PET-CT scans are useful in evaluating confirmed cases of cancer to determine how far the cancer has spread and how well it's responding to treatment. For this scan, a radiotracer is injected into the arm, which accumulates in various body regions. The radiotracer, also known as fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), closely resembles naturally occurring glucose. Cancer cells exhibit a higher rate of glucose consumption compared to normal cells. Therefore, by examining the areas where FDG accumulates rapidly, PET scans can pinpoint regions of increased metabolic activity, aiding in the early detection and precise localization of cancerous cells. You can find out PET scan cost by doing an online search with relevant keywords. Apart from...