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  • Factor X

    This test checks for a deficiency in a protein in the blood known as Factor X. This protein helps with clotting.

  • Factor XI

    This test measures the amount of factor XI in your blood. Factor XI is a substance that plays an important role in blood clotting.

  • Factor XII

    This test measures the amount of a protein called coagulation factor XII in your blood. Factor XII is 1 of several clotting factors.

  • Factors That May Lead to a Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

    In most cases of congenital heart defect, the cause is thought to be a combination of genetics and environment.

  • Facts About Blood

    Detailed information on blood, including components of blood, functions of blood cells, and common blood tests.

  • Facts About Poisons

    Medicines are the leading cause of poisoning in children. Poisoning by makeup and personal care products is the next most common cause.

  • Facts About the Spine, Shoulder, and Pelvis

    Detailed anatomical description of the spine, shoulder, and pelvis, including full-color, labeled illustrations.

  • Fad Diets: Lower Weight, Higher Heart Risk?

    Research shows that some diet trends may increase your risk for heart problems like cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) recently identified some of the heart-riskiest dietary patterns. These included the following:

  • Failure to Thrive (FTT) in Children

    Failure to thrive (FTT) is slow physical development in a baby or child. It's caused by a baby or child not having enough nutrition.

  • Falafel, home-prepared, 1 patty (approx 2-1/4" dia)