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  2. Tourniquet test - Wikipedia

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    The test was once part of the World Health Organization (WHO) algorithm for diagnosis of dengue fever, [3] however it is no longer used in the latest WHO guidance. [4] Studies have shown that the tourniquet test has low predictive value for dengue fever and should be used in conjunction with other tests for a reliable diagnosis. [5] [6] [7] [8]

  3. Hess test - Wikipedia

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    The Hess test or Rumpel-Leede test is a medical test used to assess capillary fragility. [1] It is also called the Tourniquet test.. To perform the test, pressure is applied to the forearm with a blood pressure cuff inflated to between systolic and diastolic blood pressure for 10 minutes.

  4. Trendelenburg test - Wikipedia

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    The test is reported in two parts, the initial standing up of the patient (positive or negative based on rapid filling) and the second phase once the tourniquet is removed (positive or negative based upon rapid filling). [citation needed]

  5. Wikipedia:WikiProject Medicine/Collaborative publication ...

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    The tourniquet test, which is particularly useful in settings where no laboratory investigations are readily available, involves the application of a blood pressure cuff at between the diastolic and systolic pressure for five minutes, followed by the counting of any petechial hemorrhages; a higher number makes a diagnosis of dengue more likely ...

  6. This Is How Long You’ll Probably Test Positive for ... - AOL

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    What To Do If You Test Positive For COVID-19 On An At-Home Test First, your best bet is to believe the test is correct. "Rapid at-home tests produce results within 10 to 15 minutes," Dr. Patel says.

  7. Trousseau sign of latent tetany - Wikipedia

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    From 1 to 4 percent of normal patients will test positive for Trousseau's sign of latent tetany. [2] This sign may be positive before other manifestations of hypocalcemia such as hyperreflexia and tetany , as such it is generally believed to be more sensitive (94%) than the Chvostek sign (29%) for hypocalcemia.

  8. Want to Improve Your Grip Strength? Here’s How - AOL

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    If you’re curious and want to test your grip strength, there are devices called hand dynamometers that measure your hand strength, too, Seki notes. How to build different types of grip strength.

  9. What should you do if you’re still testing positive for COVID ...

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    How long can you test positive for COVID-19? Most people will stop testing positive on a rapid antigen COVID-19 test within about 10 days, Cardona says. "Within 10 days after your initial positive ...