is there a blood test for ad/hd?
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No such thing can be determined by blood test.  There are usually questions, filling out tests, psych exams, etc. to determine such things.\n\nA diagnosis of ADHD is based on a checklist of symptoms from DSM-IV-TR.\n\nClinical Guidelines\nThe American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Practice Guideline for children with ADHD emphasizes that a reliable diagnosis requires:\n\nThe use of explicit criteria for the diagnosis using the DSM-IV-TR. \nThe importance of obtaining information about the child’s symptoms in more than 1 setting (especially from schools). \nThe search for coexisting conditions that may make the diagnosis more difficult or complicate treatment planning. \nItem 1. is dealt with by using an ADHD-specific instrument such as the Connor's Scale. The use of methods such as questionnaires that attempt to identify other conditions as well as ADHD would not meet this requirement. Diagnosis based on a clinician's, teacher's or parent's opinion, without the use of a scale such as Conners would also be invalid.\n\nItem 2. emphasizes that the DSM-IV requires that the behaviors be present in more than one setting, normally school and home. (This is a significant change from the DSM-III criteria - see #Historical background). A diagnosis based on the a Connors Scale completed only for one setting would therefore be invalid.\n\nThe requirement that it be present in two settings is important because in the majority of cases observers in different settings do not agree on the child's behaviour. In studies that used both teachers and parents in the United States, Canada and Australia the difference has been significant. For example, one of these studies (Wolraich, 2004) found American teachers identified ADHD in 25.5% of a group of 6,171 children but parents identified it in only 7.8%
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No set rules on that.  The most important blood test would be potassium if you are on any diuretics or ACE inhibitors.  It really depends on your medical situation and the comfort level of both you and the phycisian.  Also, I bet insurance comapanies will not allow it too often.
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For a lipoprotein analysis (which includes total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein [LDL], high-density lipoprotein [HDL], and triglyceride levels), do not eat or drink anything except water for 9 to 12 hours before having your blood drawn. Usually, you are allowed to take your medications with water the morning of the test. \nFasting is not necessary for a total cholesterol test or an HDL cholesterol test, but it may be recommended. \nYou also may be asked to avoid foods high in fat the night before the test, alcohol and strenuous exercise before the test.
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HDL is a cholesterol test. the acceptable is less than 3.0
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go to any physician and ask for a blood test for diabetes.
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I recommend the Liftestream monitor- it is a regular monitor not a disposable, and studies have shown that it is only 1-2 points off then a regular blood test.  The strips are a little expensive, but it is worth it if you want accuracy at home.  It's about $20 for 6 test strips.  You can read about this model here\nwww.knowitforlife.com
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Check out CHADD.org.  It is a reputable site for AD/HD information.  If you are doing research on AD/HD, I would recommend staying away from websites that you happen to come upon for information.  Anyone can post anything out there, true or not.  They do not know the cause of AD/HD.  There has been a strong correlation (NOT cause and effect) between prenatal drug exposure and the child exhibiting symptoms of AD/HD.  BUT, this is not proven and it is not the only explanation.  They think that AD/HD is caused by problems in the temporal lobe area of the brain (area over your eyes, like your forehead).  This part of the brain controls many of the executive functions, like attention, impulse control, etc.  I recommend looking up information in professional journals at a library-- if you are a college student, then definately check out your university's library!  They will have all the most recent research conducted.
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Here are a couple of places to check to see if they are what you are looking for:\n\nThis one is online:\nhttp://www.naturalhealthyellowpages.com/metabolic/self_test.html\n\nThis one is a kit to order:\nhttp://www.bloodph.com/self.html
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lab test for kidney disease: albumin, calcium, creatinine, estimated GFR, creatinine clearance, electrolytes, erythropoietin, microalbumin, parathyroid hormone, phosphate, potassium, prealbumin, renin, urinalysis, urine culture, vitamin D\n\nlab test for liver functions: Liver panel, AST, ALP, ALT, Albumin, Bilirubin, PT, AFP, Total protein
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If you go to www.wedmd.com you can type in your perscription medication and it will tell you what it reacts to. It is a useful tool. I used to use it all the time when my father was alive. He was on 19 different medications for his heart, kidneys, gout, and allergies. \n\nFurthermore if in doubt check with a pharmacist and/or doctor. \n\n*Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and all information given should be noted as such. For professional opinions contact your personal physician.*
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Only a blood test will tell...
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I'm ARh- and both my husbands were ARh+.  I've had three children.  After the first one, I was given something called Anti D Serum so that the next baby would be OK.  Same thing happened after my second child.  All 3 babies were fine.  This was free (in the UK - thank goodness for the National Health Service).  Don't know what happens elsewhere.
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No. Through blood, urine, and hair folicle tests..
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Usually there has to be an order from a physician to check for certain things. But some doctors order tests like hepatitis b, c and hiv if the patient is pregnant or seems to be at high risk for infection, If you feel that you need to be tested contact a local health department. the price is not as expensive as private doctor office and of course all test results will be confidential Good Luck
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Actually you can check their blood glucose with a standard blood glucose monitor. You can buy one at Wal-Mart. Their bloodsugar should be exactly the same as a human's 80-120 mg/dl. As for cholesterol, you will need a veterinarian to do that.
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you should see your doctor to have it tested
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check your sugar level or conslt a doctor