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Vitiligo
Examination is usually sufficient to confirm the diagnosis. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be needed to rule out other causes of pigment loss.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 11, 2008
Vitiligo
The diagnosis of vitiligo is usually made by observation. Progressive, white areas found at typical sites point.Loss of pigmentation is one characteristic of vitiligo, as seen on this woman's hand.( Custom Medical Stock Photo.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Tests Articles

Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Standard ophthalmic exam
A standard ophthalmic exam is a series of tests done to check your vision and the health of your eyes.Routine eye examination; Eye exam- standard; Snellen chart.The eye doctor will ask questions about your overall health and family''s medical histo...
Source:ADAM
Date:February 22, 2007
Eye Examination
An eye examination is a series of tests performed by an ophthalmologist or an optometrist to determine if there are any pre-existing or potential problems with a patient''s vision.Eye examinations measure a person''s ocular health and visual status,...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Eye Examinations
Detailed information on eye examinations and at what age they are recommended During an eye exam, an eye doctor reviews your medical history and completes a series of tests to determine the health of your eyes. The information from an eye exam may lead to medical procedures or prescriptions. Eye examinations should take place periodically as follows:
Source:StayWell
Eye Examinations and Visual Screening
Detailed information on eye examinations in children Children are different than adults in that a child's brain develops more rapidly. Any problems a child may experience with his/her vision may disrupt the development of visual pathways to the brain. A critical stage of visual development occurs between birth and age 3 to 4 months, during which time the brain must receive clear visual messages from both eyes. Early detection and treatment can prevent loss of vision, learning difficulties, and delayed development.
Source:StayWell
Eye Examinations and Visual Screening
Detailed information on eye examinations in children Children are different than adults in that a child's brain develops more rapidly. Any problems a child may experience with his/her vision may disrupt the development of visual pathways to the brain. A critical stage of visual development occurs between birth and age 3 to 4 months, during which time the brain must receive clear visual messages from both eyes. Early detection and treatment can prevent loss of vision, learning difficulties, and delayed development.
Source:StayWell
Antinuclear antibody panel
The antinuclear antibody panel is a blood test that looks at antinuclear antibodies(ANA).Antinuclear antibodies are substances produced by the immune system that attack the body''s own tissues.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 3, 2009
Antinuclear Antibody Test
The antinuclear antibody(ANA) test is a test done early in the evaluation of a person for autoimmune or rheumatic disease, particularly systemic lupus erythematosus(SLE).In autoimmune diseases, the body makes antibodies that work against its own c...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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