In-home tests make health care easier.

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  • Author(s): Farley, Dixie
  • Source:
    FDA Consumer. Dec94, Vol. 28 Issue 10, p25. 4p. 6 Color Photographs, 1 Black and White Photograph.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      MEDICAL self-examination; EQUIPMENT & supplies
    • Abstract:
      Looks at some of the benefits of in-home medical tests. The home meter for testing blood glucose and how it can help diabetics adjust their medicines and diet; Home pregnancy tests; Some of the drawbacks of in-home testing; Some of the functions of over-the-counter (OTC) tests; Role of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Office of Device Evaluation; Common OTC tests; Terminology. INSET: Using tests wisely.