Basic Health Screening
The Complete Blood Count is one of the tests done during
the Basic Health Screening. This test checks the levels of all the different
types of blood. The other test performed is the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
which tests the levels of the patient’s kidney, and liver levels. A Urinalysis
test is also done during the Basic Health Screening.
The Essential Health Screen $89 - CBC (w diff), CMP, Urinalysis and
Lipid Profile (HDL, LDL + Triglycerides)
Basic
Health Screen $59 - Includes a CBC (w diff), CMP, and a Urinalysis
Cholesterol Test (Lipid Profile) $29 - HDL, LDL, Total Cholesterol +
Triglycerides
Cholesterol and Heart Blood Testing
Many different types of treatments can assist in getting
the cholesterol levels down to a normal range. At Health Testing Centers they
will offer a patient multiple tests to choose from when getting the heart
checked. There are two different levels as well as single blood tests. These
tests will help to give an individual the levels of the heart. Switching from a
non-healthy lifestyle to a healthy one which includes diet and exercise will
certainly help.
Prostate Testing
63% of men have had prostate cancer by the time they are 65
years old, according to the National Cancer Institute. Getting a Prostate
Specific Antigen blood test annually starting at the age of 50 could reduce the
risk of getting prostate cancer. This test will screen for an engorged prostate
or noncancerous cells.
Thyroid Testing
TSH is a thyroid stimulating hormone. This hormone is
regulated by the thyroid. The thyroid controls the human body’s metabolism. TSH
levels will help to determine why there might be an issue is occurring in the
thyroid. To test a person’s thyroid is by going to the Health Testing Center and
get a Thyroid Function Test. The Thyroid Function test will assist in giving
the
patient a way to treat what is diagnosed.
Liver Testing
Early detection of any type of liver damage will prevent
serious damage. There are many different types of liver blood tests that will
help assess the damage that might have been caused. These tests range from the
Liver Function Test to any Hepatitis test. Please note that fasting before the
liver test will give the most accurate results.
Cancer Testing
There is a concern that might be able to be alleviated
through Cancer Testing if there is a hereditary factor to the cancer. Many
different types of Cancer Screenings can be conducted on the samples of blood
that is given. The different types of Cancer Screenings are CEA, Cancer Antigen
19-9, Cancer Antigen 27.29, Cancer Antigen 125, and the Alpha Fetoprotein blood
tests. These tests will help to determine if there are any markers for cancer
throughout the patient’s blood. If cancer cells are detected then a person will
be able to find the right treatment to help cure or slow down the progression of
the cancer.
Hormone Testing
The aging process is now looked at as a disease and is
treated with anti-aging medicine. Health Testing Centers offer lab tests for
DHEA, Testosterone, Human Growth Hormone, and IGF-1. Hormone levels need to be
established before an appropriate therapy can be applied. Many patients see a
drastic decrease in the normal levels of hormones while other patients are
within range.
Blood Testing Lab Locations in New Port Richey, FL
For the convenience of residents of the City, New Port Richey, FL area, Health Testing Centers have several locations. They have made it simple for patients to be able to purchase their own lab tests without them having to be ordered by a physician. The Health Testing Centers website, healthtestingcenters.com allows for patients to view a list of possible lab test. They may choose any of these tests, purchase it, and within one hour, a representative of Health Testing Centers will email a requisition form to the patient. The patient will then have the option of choosing a LabCorp testing facility in the Mesa area that is nearest them. They will take the requisition form to the testing facility and have the test performed. After the results are in, a nurse will email them directly to the patient using HIPAA compliant secure email.
For a price that compares to that of what other testing facilities charge for a single blood test, Health Testing Centers will perform the Essential Health Screening. This is a commonly performed test because it will allow a physician to evaluate a patient’s overall health. If a patient is concerned about his liver function and he would like a liver panel, the Health Testing Centers will perform an ALT (SGPT) as well as a liver function test: (HFP7+3AC). Once this screening is complete, the patient will conveniently have the results already in hand when he goes in to see his physician. This will save time in obtaining a diagnosis.
Health Testing Centers allows for quick and easy scheduling. Appointments may be made over the phone or through email, and testing is performed by trained professionals at a location that is most convenient for the patient. Once the patient has had his blood work done, depending on the type of test being performed, the results should be in within 1 or 2 days. A nurse will email the patient the test results, and he will be prepared to take them to his doctor’s appointment.
For general information about blood testing you can visit
Lab Tests Online or
WebMd.