Category: G

An infection of the urethra caused by gonorrhea.  

A test performed to determine the cause of hypogonadism (underdevelopment of the male sex organs).  

Measurement of a subgroup of hemoglobin to monitor long-term metabolic control of glucose. The results reflect mean blood glucose concentrations during the preceding several weeks. The test is used primarily to monitor diabetes therapy and compliance with treatment.  

A test done to determine the presence of hypo¬ glycemia (low blood sugar) due to excessive insulin in the blood, produced either by excessive insulin administration or by a tumor.  

Enlargement of lymph nodes throughout the body, which may occur with various infectious diseases such as infectious mononucleosis, cytomegalovirus infection, toxoplas-mosis, and others.  

An infection that affects the entire body.  

A series of X-ray studies of the esophagus, stomach, and small bowel; done after the patient swallows barium contrast medium to outline the parts to be studied. A series of X rays using the contrast medium barium. An upper Gl series uses X rays to diagnose problems in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first…

A test done to confirm the presence of tuberculosis. It may also be done to help determine the cause of certain bacterial infections present in a newborn infant’s blood.  

Analysis of fluid aspirated from the stomach to diagnose various diseases or to determine the types and quantities of drugs ingested in an overdose. Analysis of stomach contents to determine the stomach’s basal acid secretion and maximal acidity after stimulation. The analysis is used to diagnose diseases such as pernicious anemia and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.  

A test done by a nuclear scanning device and a special (gamma scintillation) camera, after an intravenous infusion of a small amount of radioactive gallium is started. The results of the test indicate cancer in various body parts (primary, spreading, or recurrent); infection or inflammation, and liver disorders. A nuclear medicine Scanning procedure involving the…