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| We have wide ranging diagnostic techniques available. The following images are an introduction to some those presently available | ||||
| .Sahara Bone Density by Hologic. This device measures the density of bone at the heel by means of ultrasound. It is a good screening test for osteoporosis and may prove to be beneficial for monitoring treatment of osteoporosis |  |
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Spirometer by Welch Allyn is used to assess lung function in asthmatics and patients with chronic lung disease | |
| The audiometer and tympanometer are used to evaluate hearing loss and ear problems |  |
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The vision tester is used for administrative examinations such as those required by the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration. | |
| The Reflotron blood analyzer is used for cholesterol and potassium checks as well as the evaluation of hepatic and renal disease. |  |
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The DCA2000+ hemoglobin A1C tester is used to monitor diabetes treatment. | |
| The QBC CBC machine checks for anemia and white corpuscle counts. |  |
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The CoaguCheck monitors treatment with warfarin. | |
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Cardiac evaluation with basics such as ECG (shown), X-Ray, Holter monitor and 24 hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (not shown)
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PAP smear abnormalities are evaluated with the aid of the Video Colposcope | |
| X-Ray is used to help evaluate bone and joint disorders as well as cardiac and pulmonary problems |  |
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