A provider will perform a physical exam and review your medical history and risk factors. They may order noninvasive tests to help diagnose PAD and determine its severity. If you have a blockage in a blood vessel, these tests can help find it: Ankle-brachial index (ABI). Pulse volume recording (PVR). Vascular ultrasound. You may also need an invasive test called an angiogram to find …

A healthcare provider will diagnose osteoporosis with a bone density test. A bone density test is an imaging test that measures the strength of your bones. It uses X-rays to measure how much calcium and other minerals are in your bones. Healthcare providers sometimes refer to bone density tests as DEXA scans, DXA scans or bone density scans. All of these …

A healthcare provider will begin with a thorough history and physical examination. They’ll ask about your symptoms and medical history. Tell your provider if you’ve had any prior radiation treatment or if anyone in your biological family has a genetic condition or history of cancer. Your provider will look for lumps that may be protruding from your bones. You’ll probably need to see …

A healthcare provider will diagnose osteochondritis dissecans with a physical exam and imaging tests. They’ll examine your affected joint and ask about your symptoms. Tell your provider when you first noticed symptoms like pain and stiffness, or if any activities seem to make them worse. Your provider will check your range of motion and compare it to your other, unaffected joints — …

Your healthcare provider will check your blood pressure while you’re seated, lying down and standing. They’ll examine you and ask questions about your medical history. You may also get one or more of these tests: Blood tests to check for conditions like diabetes and anemia. Echocardiogram (echo) to check your heart’s pumping action. Electrocardiogram (EKG) to test for heart rhythm changes. Exercise stress …

An eye care specialist may suspect optic neuritis based on: Your symptoms. Your medical history. If you have (or could have) another condition that could cause optic neuritis. An eye exam is a key part of the process. The exam will include the following: Visual acuity. Visual field. Ability to see color. Pupil reflexes. Slit lamp exam. The following tests are also likely early …

A healthcare provider will diagnose oligodendroglioma using multiple methods, including: A physical and neurological exam. Diagnostic imaging. A brain biopsy and pathology testing. Diagnostic imaging is especially important with oligodendrogliomas because it lets providers “see” inside your head. The scans that are most likely to help are: Computed tomography (CT) scans: These are often the first imaging scan after a person has a …

Mental health professionals diagnose oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) if your child meets four or more of the symptom criteria as described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) for at least six months. The DSM-5, published by the American Psychiatric Association, is the standard reference book for recognized mental illnesses. The symptoms must also be severe and disruptive to daily …