Pathology: Blood or qi deficiency. This is seen in cases of deficiencies and failure of Qi and blood. It can also be seen in disharmonies of the even emotions, weakness in Yang Qi, internal damage to jing, and penetration of dampness.
Testing for venous blood clots. Venous blood clots may be detected in a variety of ways, though ultrasound is most commonly used. Occasionally, the patient's size and shape limit the ability for ultrasound to provide a definitive answer. Venography is an alternative test to look for a clot.
Known as carotid Ultrasonography, the scan looks out for blood clots and atherosclerotic plaque build-up. A carotid duplex is a form of carotid ultrasonopgraphy using Duplex ultrasonography, which may include a Doppler ultrasound - a test which can reveal how blood cells move through the carotid arteries.