Heart Health Screening- Level I

Also called a chemistry panel, the Basic Health Screening, consists of a CMP, CBC, and urinalysis, and is designed to assess the functionality of your major organs, including your heart, kidneys, and liver as well as your bones, muscles, and nerves.  A CMP, which stands for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, is actually a series of 14 specific tests that display information about your pH balance, electrolyte levels, blood sugars, and blood proteins, as well as the functionality of your kidneys and liver.  CBC stands for Complete Blood Count to check for diseases such as anemia or various infections. Like the CMP, it is actually a panel of tests that check for things such as your red and white blood cell counts, platelet numbers, hemoglobin levels, and various other factors. A urinalysis is useful to check for diabetes and urinary tract infections. It gives accurate measurements of things such as your glucose and ketone levels.

Includes total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. High cholesterol is a risk factor for coronary heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. LDL, also known as bad cholesterol, can contribute to atherosclerosis by building up on the lining of arteries. Monitoring cholesterol levels can help determine whether lifestyle or changes in lifestyle are making a difference in your health or if an additional step, such as medication, is indicated.

This blood test is used for assessing the risk of heart disease. When CRP levels are high, this can be an indication of heart disease. This protein is produced by the liver. If an inflammation develops in the body, the level of C-Reactive proteins will become elevated. Doctors often use this test to determine if an inflammation is present in the body. However, new studies have clearly shown that when CRP levels are higher than normal, the risk of experiencing a heart attack also becomes higher. Doctors now suggest that patients have routine CRP testing along with regular cholesterol testing.