Blood Disorders: Other Resources

  • Tissue Type Test

    09/15/08, Healthwise

    A tissue type test is a blood test that measures substances called antigens on the surface of body cells and tissues. Checking the antigens can tell if donor tissue is safe (compatible) for transplant to another person. This test may

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  • DNA Fingerprinting

    04/26/07, Healthwise

    DNA fingerprinting is a test to identify and evaluate the genetic information, called DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), of a person's cells. It is called a "fingerprint" because it is very unlikely that any 2 people would have exactly the

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  • Phosphate in Blood

    11/27/07, Healthwise

    A phosphate test measures the amount of phosphate in a blood sample. Phosphate is a charged particle (ion) that contains the mineral phosphorus. The body needs phosphorus to build and repair bones and teeth, help nerves function, and

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