Blood Tests 血检

They provide physicians with valuable insights into a patient's health by analyzing various components of the blood.
它们通过分析血液的各种成分，为医生提供有关患者健康状况的宝贵见解。

以下是血检时会用到的英语词汇：

1. Purpose of Blood Tests

   • To detect diseases or conditions such as infections, anemia, or diabetes.
   • 检测疾病或状况，如感染、贫血或糖尿病。

2. Types of Blood Tests

   • Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the levels of different types of blood cells.
   • 全血细胞计数 (CBC): 测量不同类型血细胞的水平。

3. Preparation for Blood Tests

   • Fasting may be required for certain tests to avoid food's influence on results.
   • 某些检查可能需要禁食，以避免食物对结果的影响。

4. Procedure

   • A healthcare professional will draw a blood sample, usually from a vein in the arm.
   • 医疗专业人员通常从手臂的静脉抽取血样。

5. Interpretation of Results

   • Abnormal results may indicate a health issue that requires further investigation or treatment.
   • 异常结果可能表明需要进一步调查或治疗的健康问题。

6. Common Blood Test Abbreviations

   • WBC: White Blood Cells 白细胞
   • RBC: Red Blood Cells 红细胞
   • Hb or HGB: Hemoglobin 血红蛋白
   • Hct: Hematocrit 红细胞压积
   • PLT: Platelets 血小板

7. Importance in Healthcare

   • Blood tests are crucial for early detection of diseases and guiding treatment plans.
   • 血液检查对于早期发现疾病和指导治疗计划至关重要。

8. Potential Drawbacks

   • Discomfort from the needle prick.
   • 注射针刺的不适。

9. Future of Blood Testing

   • Advances in technology are making blood tests more precise and accessible.
   • 技术的进步使血液检查更精确和易于获取。

10. Cultural Considerations

    • Awareness and understanding of blood tests can vary among different populations.
    • 对血液检查的认识和理解在不同人群中可能有所不同。