What does Andy mean? Andy [andy] as a name for girls has its root in Greek, and the meaning of the name Andy is manly, virile. Andy is an alternate form of Andrea (Greek): from the word andreia. Associated with: greek.
Reasons For Conducting a Scleroderma Blood Test. Tests for scleroderma become even more important as it might be mistaken for arthritis or lupus. This disease can lead to serious health conditions and thus, diagnosing the same is of crucial importance.
You will also have a breast and pelvic exam. Your doctor will do a Pap test (unless you've had one recently) to check for cervical cancer and any sexually transmitted infections. Your doctor will draw blood to: 1  Check for blood problems such as anemia. 2  Test your blood type and Rh status. 3  Test for syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B. 4  Test for immunity to rubella (German measles).