About Medical Tests
Find and understand lab tests, symptoms, and providers.
Our mission
Medical Tests helps people understand the lab tests behind their symptoms. We connect symptoms to possible conditions, explain what common lab tests measure, and point to healthcare providers and labs that can help.
We believe health information should be clear, evidence-based, and easy to act on.
Data sources
Our content is built from authoritative public datasets, including:
- CMS — Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule and CLIA lab registry
- CDC / NPPES — National Provider Identifier (NPI) registry
- MedlinePlus — Health topic summaries from the U.S. National Library of Medicine
- ICD-10-CM — Diagnosis codes and descriptions
- HCPCS — Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
Editorial approach
Content on Medical Tests is generated from structured public data and reviewed for accuracy against source datasets. We do not provide personalized medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment recommendations.
We update our content regularly to reflect changes in public datasets, coding systems, and medical knowledge. If you notice an inaccuracy, please contact us through the information on our contact page.
Who we serve
Our audience includes patients, caregivers, students, and anyone trying to understand laboratory testing and symptoms. Whether you are preparing for an appointment, reviewing a lab order, or researching a symptom, we aim to provide clear, structured information that helps you ask better questions and make informed decisions.
Contact us
For questions about our content, data sources, or editorial policies, please reach out through the contact information listed on this site.