Endocrine system
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| Blood glucose | Measurement of the level of sugar in the blood
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| Electrolyte panel | Measurement of the specific ions; sodium, potassium and chloride along with carbon dioxide in the blood
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| Glucose tolerance test | Measurement of body's ability to metabolize carbohydrates by administering a prescribed amount of glucose after fasting period, then measuring blood & urine for glucose levels every hour to 4-6 hrs
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| Glycohemoglobin (HbA1c) | A molecule of hemoglobin, the level of which rises in the blood as a result of an increased level of sugar
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| Postprandial blood glucose | Measurement of blood sugar levels after a meal
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| Thyroid function study | Measurement of thyroid hormone levels in blood plasma including T3, T4 & TSH
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| Thyroid uptake images | Radionuclide scan of the thyroid to visualize the radioactive accumulation of previously injected isotopes to detect thyroid nodules or tumors
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| Urine glucose & ketone studies | Chemical tests to determine the presence of sugar or ketone bodies in urine
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| Adrenalectomy | Excision of the adrenal glands
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| Antithyroid | An agent that blocks the production of thyroid hormones
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| Antidiabetic | Agents used to control blood sugar
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| Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSH) | Use of an insulin delivery device that is worn on the body and subcutaneously infuses doses of insulin programmed according to the individual needs
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| Hormone replacement therapy | Treatment with a hormone to correct deficiency
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| Hypoglycemic | A drug that lowers the blood glucose level
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| Hypophysectomy | Excision of the pituitary gland
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| Pancreatectomy | Excision of the pancreas
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| Parathyroidectomy | Excision of the parathyroid glands
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| Thymectomy | Excision of the thymus gland
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| Thyroidectomy | Excision of the thyroid gland
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