If you’ve ever looked at your blood pressure numbers and wondered, “What does that actually mean?”, you’re not alone.High ...

What Is a Basic Metabolic Panel? A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a blood test that checks the levels of different substances in your blood. These substances are all involved in metabolism, or the ...

From CBC to CMP and beyond, blood test panels provide essential information to health practitioners. angelp/iStock via Getty Images Plus Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health. To ...

If your doctor has diagnosed you with high blood pressure, what should you know? Tom Miller, MD, explains why hypertension is often called the "silent killer." Learn how high blood pressure is ...

A new initiative at San Diego Blood Bank uses genetic analysis on a grand scale to better match donors and recipients. Called “Precision Blood,” the program has already processed more than 30,000 ...

Blood pressure monitoring technology has come a long way in the century since the first inflatable cuff was introduced. Newer models offer digital readings and smartphone connectivity and have even ...

Recent study results by researchers at the University of Exeter indicate measuring blood pressure in both arms instead of one can be a useful indicator of the likelihood of heart trouble. In our KERA ...

Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health. To carry out these functions, blood contains a multitude of components, including red blood cells that transport oxygen, nutrients and ...