In most cases, this type of kyphosis can be corrected with physical therapy and exercise, and doesnât require any medical treatment. In the picture below, scoliosis is shown as a sideward abnormal spinal curvature. Kyphosis, on the right side is demonstrated as a hump-like curve in the upper back.
Guide. A parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood. This test is used to help identify hyperparathyroidism, to find the cause of abnormal calcium levels, or to check the status of chronic kidney disease. PTH controls calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood.
A PT/INR Blood Test is often used to monitor patients taking warfarin, a blood-thinning medication, to ensure the dosage is providing an appropriate balance between preventing clotting and causing excessive bleeding.he PT/INR Blood Test reports both PT and INR values, although the INR value is more applicable for patients on warfarin; it is used to adjust dosage to get the PT in the appropriate range. To diagnose excessive or unexplained bleeding and bruising, the PT & PTT Blood Tests are more commonly ordered.