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ReplyDeleteScreenings are usually tests which are performed for identifying diseases before you have symptoms. They help in finding diseases early helping doctor and patient to get effective treatment in quick time. Screening tests are performed in doctor's clinic with special medical instruments that offer a desired result. The tests usually rely on factors such as age, sex, family history and the risk factor for certain diseases.