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Echocardiogram

An echocardiogram uses ultrasound to create images that show the structure and function of the heart.

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Common medical tests for babies

Common medical tests for babies

Why babies have medical tests Medical tests in babies serve several purposes. Screening tests look for selected conditions in infants who appear well, because some metabolic, endocrine, genetic, hearing, or cardiac disorders may not cause immediate visible symptoms. Early identification can allow timely treatment, monitoring, or referral and may reduce the risk of serious complications. […]