{"id":9026,"date":"2024-12-11T20:26:09","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T18:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/?p=9026"},"modified":"2026-04-30T08:25:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T05:25:52","slug":"a-test-for-diseases-that-works-in-modern-diagnostics-and-is-still-needed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/a-test-for-diseases-that-works-in-modern-diagnostics-and-is-still-needed\/","title":{"rendered":"Disease test: how modern diagnostics work and why it is needed"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"118\"><strong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"118\">When to get tested for diseases<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"448\">Feeling good does not always mean being healthy. Many diseases have no symptoms in the initial stages, but continue to progress in the body. A disease test is not only a way to diagnose an existing pathology, but also an important tool for prevention. In particular, modern medicine recommends regular testing:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"688\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"514\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"514\">If symptoms are present (pain, rash, fever, weakness)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"552\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"552\">As part of the annual medical examination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"582\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"582\">When planning a pregnancy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"624\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"624\">After contact with infectious patients<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"656\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"656\">With prolonged use of medication<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"688\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"688\">To control chronic conditions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"724\"><strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"724\">Types of tests: a brief overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto contain-inline-size\">\n<table data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1691\">\n<thead data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"845\">\n<tr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"845\">\n<th data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"755\">Test type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"800\">What does it reveal?<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"845\">Application examples<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1691\">\n<tr data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1086\">\n<td><strong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"991\">Laboratory tests<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Condition of organs, hormones, immunity<\/td>\n<td>Blood, urine, hormone tests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1208\">\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/genetic-testing-possibilities-types-and-characteristics-of-implementation\/\"><strong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1108\">Genetic tests<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td>Hereditary diseases, mutations<\/td>\n<td>BRCA, cystic fibrosis tests, metabolic diseases<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1329\">\n<td><strong data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1231\">Infectious tests<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Presence of bacteria, viruses<\/td>\n<td>PCR for influenza, HIV, hepatitis, COVID-19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1450\">\n<td><strong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1347\">Tumor markers<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Risks of cancer processes<\/td>\n<td>PSA, <a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/analysis\/diagnosis-of-tumor-markers\/ovarian-cancer-marker-sa-125\/\">CA-125<\/a>, CEA, alpha-fetoprotein<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1570\">\n<td><strong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1469\">Rapid tests<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Prompt diagnostics at home or in a pharmacy<\/td>\n<td>Glucose, pregnancy, COVID-19, streptococcus<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1691\">\n<td><strong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1595\">Immunological tests<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Antibody levels, allergies<\/td>\n<td>ELISA for antibodies, allergy panels<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1725\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9028\" src=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/themes\/woodmart\/images\/lazy.svg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test.jpg\" alt=\"table of types of medical tests\" width=\"955\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test.jpg 955w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test-150x47.jpg 150w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test-600x188.jpg 600w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test-300x94.jpg 300w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/test-768x241.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 955px) 100vw, 955px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1725\"><strong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1725\">Examples of when a test comes to the rescue<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"2209\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1845\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1845\"><strong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1750\">Man 55 years old<\/strong> takes PSA test - elevation detected, biopsy performed - diagnosed with stage I prostate cancer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1973\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1973\"><strong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1866\">Woman 32 years old<\/strong> with a family history of cancer undergoes a BRCA test - mutation detected, decides on preventive actions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2083\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2083\"><strong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1989\">Teenager<\/strong> with chronic fatigue <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/iron-analysis-is-needed-and-what-it-shows\/\"   title=\"Iron analysis: why is it needed and what does it show?\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"167\">iron analysis<\/a> \u2014 ferritin deficiency was detected, treatment was prescribed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2209\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2209\"><strong data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2097\">Baby<\/strong> with frequent sore throats - a rapid test detects streptococcus A, which allows you to avoid complications without unnecessary antibiotics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2258\"><strong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2258\">What is important to consider before testing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2567\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2337\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2337\">Some tests require special preparation: fasting, medication withdrawal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2418\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2418\">There are indications and contraindications for certain tests (e.g., radiation methods)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2503\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2503\">Do not interpret the results yourself - always consult a doctor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2567\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2567\">Diagnosis sometimes requires multiple tests, not just one<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2777\">According to <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2663\">FDA<\/a>, any diagnostic test in the United States must be certified for accuracy, reliability, and clinical appropriateness.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2820\"><strong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2820\">Why regular diagnostics are important<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2852\">Regular testing allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"3064\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2892\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2892\">Detect diseases before symptoms appear<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2930\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2930\">Monitor the effectiveness of treatment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2973\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2973\">Take preventive measures in a timely manner<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3026\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3026\">Avoid complications that may be irreversible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3064\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3064\">Increase the duration and quality of life<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Taking a test is not just a routine procedure. It is a conscious choice in favor of a responsible attitude towards yourself. In the complex world of diseases and risks, diagnostics are your compass. And the more accurately it is set, the more confidently you move towards health.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When to get tested for diseases Feeling well doesn&#039;t always mean being healthy. 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