Published: 21 Apr 2024

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Modern Parental Care: Seeking Information Online

Today's parents often turn to the internet for medical information before reaching out to healthcare professionals. Numerous medical websites and apps utilize APIs to deliver such information.

What are Medical APIs?

A medical API is a centralized repository of various medical data types. The Diagnosis API is an example that enables users to input a condition and receive a list of potential diagnoses. It also allows users to enter symptoms and retrieve possible conditions.

Functionality of a Diagnosis API

Using a GET request, websites and apps can access information such as:

* Drug interactions
* Common disease symptoms
* Treatment options

Authentication and Setup for Diagnosis API

* The Diagnosis API requires a unique Authentication ID header for authentication.
* The API is accessible at https://diagnosisapi.azurewebsites.net.
* All responses are in JSON format.

First Request

The primary endpoint for medical diagnostics, /api/DDxItems/, accepts POST requests. To initiate a diagnosis, provide either a list of observed symptoms or laboratory test results.