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Diagnostic tests and scans

Biopsy（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/biopsy）

A biopsy helps your doctor diagnose or treat a health condition. Read more about what they are, different types of biopsies, and why you may need one.

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Blood tests A-Z（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/blood-tests）

From the fasting blood glucose test to the prostate (PSA) test, there are many kinds of blood tests. Browse the index and learn how to prepare for your test.

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Cervical screening test（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/health-screenings/cervical-screening-test）

A cervical screening test looks for the human papillomavirus (HPV). Regular screening helps to protect you from getting cervical cancer.

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Colonoscopy（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/colonoscopy）

During a colonoscopy, a tube is inserted into the anus to view the inside of the large bowel to help diagnose or treat some medical conditions.

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CT scan（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/ct-scan）

A computed tomography (CT) scan is a 3D image of your body. It’s generated by a machine that moves around you. Learn more about CT scans here.

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Electrocardiogram (ECG)（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/electrocardiogram-ecg）

To find out how well your heart is working, your doctor may order an electrocardiogram (ECG). Learn more about the ECG test, also known as EKG.

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Electroencephalogram (EEG)（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/diagnostic-tests-and-scans/electroencephalogram-eeg）

An electroencephalogram, or EEG, measures brain activity to diagnose or monitor conditions such as epilepsy. Learn more about this diagnostic test.

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Gastroscopy（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/procedures/surgery/gastroscopy）

A gastroscopy is a procedure to look inside your oesophagus (food pipe) and stomach.