Abstract

The purpose of the research increases the awareness of dentist about common diseases and their tests and to know the normal value for each test. Prospective study Survey containing multiple choice questions and checklist to know the level of knowledge of dentist and dental student it was digital survey estimation of sample size 120 participants and collected and analyzed statistically. Five questions above 80% and average of 71% for all questions. The results showed least awareness in the answers was the answers of questions 6 and 14. (Q6. what is/are the tests used to measure blood pressure?) And correct answer was sphygmomanometer and Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and 47.1% of participants answered it correctly. (Q14. what is the normal Thrombin Time?) The correct answer was between 9 to 13 seconds and 28.9% of participants answered it correctly. In the other hands the highest awareness in the answers was the answers of questions 7,8 and 12. (Q7. what is the normal Platelet Count?) The correct answer was 150,000 to 450,000/mm3 and 86.6% of participants answered it correctly. (Q8. what is the normal Bleeding Time?) The correct answer was Between 1 to 6 minutes and 90.1% of participants answered it correctly. The education level factor in the group statistic showed the highest mean were general practitioner and consultants due to the knowledge and the experience while dental interns and dental students showed the lowest mean because the dental student lack the knowledge. There is awareness in the dentists and dental students because the average of the correct answers 71% but needs further more courses and lectures in this topic need to be implemented lab investigations importance, needs, interpretation and procedures. Which of the lab investigation is mandatory for the dentist? Availability of lab investigation in the new building of the dental hospital in king Saud University.

Keywords: Awareness; Dentist; Lab test; Disease