What is HCG? HCG is a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. It is used to maintain the corpus luteum. This produces the hormones progesterone and estrogens and prevents menstrual bleeding and rejection of the unborn child. The determination of HCG is therefore used to detect pregnancy (pregnancy test). When is the HCG value … HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin): When to measure it
What is the J2 examination? The J2 examination is carried out at the age of 16 to 17. It includes a general physical examination, but also a detailed consultation. Some teenagers feel more comfortable talking to the doctor on their own – they don’t have to take their parents with them to the doctor’s appointment. … J2 Examination: Timing, Procedure, and Significance
What is a colonoscopy? Colonoscopy is a frequently performed examination in internal medicine, during which the physician examines the inside of the intestine. A distinction is made between small bowel endoscopy (enteroscopy) and large bowel endoscopy (colonoscopy). Endoscopic examination of the rectum alone (rectoscopy) is also possible. Further information: Rectoscopy You can read about how … Colonoscopy: Reasons, process, and risks
What is FSH? FSH is the abbreviation for follicle stimulating hormone. Together with luteinizing hormone (LH), it plays an important role in regulating the female cycle. In the male body, the hormone is important for the formation and maturation of sperm. FSH is produced in special cells of the pituitary gland in the brain (hypophysis) … FSH – Follicle-stimulating Hormone
Eating before the gastroscopy It is important that you arrive for your gastroscopy sober. This means that you must not eat or drink anything with sugar, such as milk or coffee, for at least six hours. If the stomach empties slowly or is suspected of doing so, at least 12 hours of fasting are required. … Gastric endoscopy: Preparation, food abstinence
MRI cervical spine: when is the examination necessary? Various diseases and injuries of the cervical spine can be detected or ruled out with the help of an MRI. These include, for example Herniated disc in the area of the cervical spine Inflammation of the spinal cord (e.g. multiple sclerosis and transverse myelitis) Inflammatory diseases of … MRI (Cervical Spine): Reasons, Process, Significance
What is a urography? During a urography, the doctor uses an X-ray examination to visualize the urinary tract. These include renal pelvis Ureter (ureter) Urinary bladder Urethra (urethra) The kidneys and ureters are referred to as the upper urinary tract, the bladder and urethra as the lower urinary tract. These organs cannot be seen on … Urography: Definition, Reasons, Procedure
What is the U10 examination? The U10 examination is a preventive check-up for children of primary school age. It should take place between the ages of seven and eight. Special attention is paid to developmental and behavioral disorders, which often only become apparent after children start school: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Reading and spelling … U10 Check-up: Timing, Procedure, and Significance
What is a blood draw? In a blood draw, a doctor or specialist draws blood from the blood vessel system for examination. Careful attention is paid to germ-free (aseptic) conditions to minimize the risk of infection of the puncture site. Capillary blood collection Venous blood collection Venous blood collection is the standard procedure for obtaining … Blood Collection: How it Works
What is the U1 examination? The U1 examination is a short but important examination. It is performed directly after delivery in the delivery room and primarily checks whether the child can adapt to life outside the womb. In total, the U1 examination takes no more than ten minutes. The birth is very stressful not only … U1 Examination: Timing, Procedure and Significance
What is laparoscopy? Laparoscopy is a surgical procedure to examine the abdomen. It involves the use of a so-called laparoscope – a device with a small camera attached to the end of a thin tube. In addition, the laparoscope contains a lens system for magnification, a light source, and usually an irrigation and suction device. … Laparoscopy: Definition, Reasons, Procedure
What is a colposcopy? Colposcopy is part of the gynecological examination. During this procedure, the doctor looks at the vagina and cervix with a colposcope – a medical instrument that works like a magnifying glass: Its six- to 40-fold magnification makes it possible to see tissue changes under illumination that are difficult to assess with … Colposcopy: Definition, Reasons, Procedure
