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.
What are PT, PTT and INR blood tests? Before you have surgery your doctor may order blood tests to determine how quickly your blood clots. This group of tests is known as a coagulation study, individually these tests are commonly referred to as a PT (Prothrombin Time), PTT(Partial Thromboplastin Time), and INR (International Normalized Ratio).