Author: Lynn Bousquet

What is a SHAPE test?

SHAPE stands for sub-maximal heart and pulmonary evaluation. This kind of test falls under the umbrella of a non-invasive cardiopulmonary exercise test, i.e., it measures

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Comorbid Conditions

Comorbid conditions, or comorbidities, are medical diagnoses a patient has at the same time as their primary diagnosis. Comorbidities can be problematic when trying to

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Genomics vs Genetics

A gene is a section of your DNA that performs a specific function. Some genes contain the instructions for making proteins, while others help serve

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