This goes to the very heart of the liberal/conservative debate â and, as you can imagine, its not pretty. Our government says that you should cook a whole chicken until the temperature measured in the thigh is 180Â°F (82Â°C). If you cook chicken pieces, the government says, the thigh, wings, and drumsticks should be 180Â°F, while the breast should reach 170Â°F (77Â°C).
Fibrinogen. Fibrinogen is a protein in your blood that helps blood clot. But too much fibrinogen can cause a clot to form in an artery, leading to a heart attack or stroke. Your doctor may check your fibrinogen level if you have an increased risk of heart disease.
Tests to assess if you have peripheral arterial disease. 1  Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI): This is a menthod of assessing the blood supply to your feet by comparing your blood pressure in both of your arms. If you have atherosclerosis of your leg arteries, there's likely to be a lower blood pressure in your feet.