Sweat Test
Why It Is Done
The sweat test is done to help diagnose cystic fibrosis. It also may be used to test people with a Reference family history Opens New Window of cystic fibrosis and for anyone with symptoms of cystic fibrosis.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference June 15, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference John Pope, MD - Pediatrics
Reference Susanna McColley, MD - Pediatric Pulmonology |
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