- A CBC (complete blood count) monitors the white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets.
- A chemistry profile monitors liver and kidney parameters as well as electrolytes.
- A urinalysis monitors the concentration and composition of the urine.
- An ultrasound evaluation is a noninvasive way to evaluate internal organs.
- A fine needle aspirate uses a thin needle (same as used in vaccines) to collect a very small sample of cells from a mass or an organ
