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#84 Dr. Thomas Cowan | Question Everything In Medicine

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Understanding the Essence of Diagnostic Tests

Many medical professionals lack a deep understanding of the specific measurements that diagnostic tests, such as PCR for COVID and MRI scans, actually assess. Patients should be aware that tests are often oversimplified in explanation; for instance, MRI technology primarily analyzes the structure of water in the body—not merely the presence of disease. Disordered water within the body can signal various health issues, but the mechanisms behind these tests and their implications are frequently not adequately communicated by healthcare providers.

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