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Health Screening Tests
Albumin
Albumin is made in the liver and is the major
protein in the blood that helps maintain osmotic
pressure (keeping water) in blood vessels and
transporting substances. Decreased albumin levels
can be associated with malnutrition, liver disease,
and kidney disease.
ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase)
This is an enzyme produced primarily in the bones
and the liver, and therefore is used in the evaluation
of liver and bone diseases. Higher levels of this
enzyme are normally seen in growing children
because of increased bone growth, pregnant women,
and older patients.
ALT (Alanine Amino Transferase)
This enzyme is found primarily in the liver, but also
is present in themuscle. Although an elevated ALT is
not specific for liver disease, it is used primarily to
diagnose and monitor the course of liver disease.
AST (Aspartate Amino Transferase)
This enzyme is found primarily in the heart, liver,
and muscle. Damage to any of these tissues can cause
an elevation of this enzyme.
Bilirubin
As red blood cells normally age and break down,
bilirubin is released into the blood and is normally
cleared by the liver. High bilirubin values may
indicate a liver function problem, bile duct blockage,
or excessive destruction of red blood cells.
BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen)
Commonly referred to as just BUN, this is produced
by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Elevation is
seen in various kidney diseases, urinary tract
obstruction, or high protein diet.
CBC (Complete Blood Count)
The tests included in a CBC are red blood cell count,
white blood cell count, hemoglobin, hematocrit,
platelet count, and the indices MCV, MCH, and
MCHC. The CBC can reflect problems with fluid
volume such as dehydration, or blood loss. It can
reflect acute or chronic infection, allergies, and
clotting problems. MCV, MCH, MCHC values
reflect the RBC size and hemoglobin concentration
and are useful in the diagnosis of certain types of
anemia.
Calcium
Calcium is primarily found in the bones, and is the
body’s most important mineral. It is necessary for
many important bodily functions including muscle
contraction, blood clotting, bone formation,
conduction of nerve impulses and parathyroid gland
activity. Abnormal levels may be associated with
bone diseases or excess intake of antacid, calciumrich foods and Vitamin D.
Chloride
Chloride is an electrolyte and functions in
maintaining normal amount of water and acid-base
balance in body fluids. The significance of abnormal
levels is interpreted in relation to other electrolytes.
Cholesterol
Generally, optimal cholesterol value is less than 200
mg/dl. Increased levels may cause narrowing and
even blocking of the arteries causing heart attacks.
HDL (High Density Lipoprotein)
HDL is also called the good cholesterol. Higher
levels of HDL are associated with decreased risk for
coronary heart disease.
LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein)
LDL is also called the bad cholesterol because it
tends to build up in the artery walls causing
narrowing of the arteries and increasing risk for
coronary heart disease.
CHOL/HDL
This is the Total Cholesterol/HDL ratio and is used
in assessing risk of an individual for coronary heart
disease.
ECO2 (Carbon Dioxide)
This test is part of body’s acid-base balance. Acidbase disorders occur when there is either an altered
production or excretion of acids and bases from the
body. The levels in the blood are influenced by
kidney and lung functions.
Creatinine
Creatinine is a waste product in the blood that is
excreted by the kidneys. In the presence of a kidney
dysfunction, creatinine builds up in the blood and
levels become elevated.
Glucose
Glucose is the primary source of energy in the body.
Elevated levels are seen shortly after a meal and in
the presence of diabetes.
Potassium
Potassium is an electrolyte and functions in
maintaining normal amount of water and acid-base
balance in body fluids. The significance of abnormal
levels is interpreted in relation to other electrolytes.
Sodium
Sodium is an electrolyte and functions in
maintaining normal amount of water and acid-base
balance in body fluids. The significance of abnormal
levels is interpreted in relation to other electrolytes.
Total Protein
Protein aids in a lot of functions mainly immune
defense, blood clotting, and transport of other
substances in the blood.
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are fatty molecules formed in the liver
and make up 95% of fat stored in the tissues. Their
major function is to provide energy to the body.
Elevated levels are seen after a meal, therefore a
minimum of 12-hour fasting is important for the test
to give a meaningful result. When triglycerides and
cholesterol levels are both elevated, the risk for
coronary heart disease increases.
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) & Free T4
TSH along with FreeT4 is used in evaluating an
individual’s thyroid function.
PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
PSA is used to screen for or diagnose prostate
problems in men.
Hemoglobin A1C
HBA1C or glycated hemoglobin is used to screen for
or diagnose diabetes.
CBC $10
Red Cell Count, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit,
White Cell Count, MCV, MCHC, MCHC,
Platelet Count
COMPLETE METABOLIC
PANEL $20
Sodium, Chloride, Potassium, Calcium, CO2,
Creatinine, Glucose, ALT, AST, ALP, Total
protein, Bilirubin, BUN, Albumin
(6-8 hours fasting preferred for glucose
testing)
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LIPID PANEL $20
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Yes, you can be proactive in maintaining your
overall health. Eating properly, exercising regularly,
maintaining your ideal weight, reducing daily stress,
and being a non-smoker are just a few ways that you
can impact your health. And now, you can even get
your blood tested without going to the doctor. The
WCMH-A Laboratory offers screening tests that
will help you control your health and your life
better.
Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides,
Cholesterol/HDL ratio
(12-14 hours fasting required)
HEALTH SCREENS
THYROID PANEL $20
Available Monday through Friday
8:30 am – 12:00 noon
TSH, Free T4
(If appointment is needed before 8:30, please call the
Laboratory to set-up a schedule at 384-7271)
PSA $20
HEMOGLOBIN A1C $15
These tests are offered only on self-pay basis
and are not submitted to Medicare or any
insurance companies.
The report will be mailed the same day.
Because the results are sent only to the patient
requesting the test, it is the patient’s
responsibility to talk to the doctor about any
abnormal results.
Please read the packet for complete information