Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn Diagnosis
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How to Diagnose Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn
Your doctor will ask about your baby's symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam.
Tests may include the following:
- Chest x-rays to diagnose lung disease or enlarged heart
- Echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) to show the baby's circulating blood flow
- Head ultrasound to diagnose bleeding in the brain
- Laboratory tests
- Arterial blood gas (ABG)
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Serum electrolyte tests
- Pulse oximetry (monitoring the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen)
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