The US was already geared for war, that's what the cold war was all about. However, US tactics and machines of war had to be modified somewhat for the Vietnam War. Examples: 1. The cold war M14 US Service Rifle had to be replaced with a light-weight rapid firing jungle rifle; the M16.
If a genetic test or blood test suggests CF, a doctor will confirm the diagnosis using a sweat test. This test is the most useful test for diagnosing CF. A sweat test measures the amount of salt in sweat.For this test, the doctor triggers sweating on a small patch of skin on an arm or leg. Genetic tests to find out what type of CFTR defect is causing your CF. 2  A chest x ray. 3  This test creates pictures of the structures in your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. 4  A chest x ray can show whether your lungs are inflamed or scarred, or whether they trap air.
Because CF is one of the most common genetic disorders, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that all women be offered genetic testing for some CF mutations as part of routine prenatal planning. If you carry the trait, your partner will be offered screening as well.