Microbiome tests measure the microorganisms in a person’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These tests can give the person an idea of the types and amounts of microorganisms in their gut. However, people ...

TB tests use phlegm — not the easiest thing to get or work with. It takes time for results. And there can be false negatives ...

At-home FIT screening involves testing stool for amounts of blood too small to see, which can help to diagnose colon cancer earlier. This is important for improved treatment outcomes. While it is an ...

Allergies can be triggered by a variety of things, including indoor and outdoor irritants, as well as foods. If you notice allergy symptoms in your child, make an appointment for them with a ...

Experts think certain non-routine tests are worth asking your doctor about, since the results could point to health-saving ...

Allergy tests are a way to get to the bottom of what's causing your asthma symptoms. They help your doctor find out if allergies trigger your asthma. These tests won't identify asthma triggers such as ...

At-home drug tests are urine or saliva tests that can identify if illegal or prescriptions drugs are present in your body. These tests are an alternative to going in person to a laboratory or other ...

Each week, we answer frequently asked questions about life during the coronavirus crisis. If you have a question you'd like us to consider for a future post, email us at goatsandsoda@npr.org with the ...

Have your COVID-19 rapid tests expired? Don’t toss them yet. Federal regulators have extended some tests’ expiration dates, meaning certain offerings are now usable for months longer. The reason for ...

To really put an automobile through its paces, you have to cover a lot of ground. Good thing the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center sprawls across 327 acres in rural Connecticut and encompasses about ...