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 North Port, FL
If you are in the City, North Port, FL area and are in need of lab tests, Health Testing Centers can help you. Healthtestingcenter.com allows for patients to purchase the tests they need conveniently online. When you purchase your test, you will be mailed a requisition form and instructed to take it to a nearby LabCorp where your test will be performed. Once the test has been performed, the results will be emailed directly to you within 24-48 hours. For ultimate security, Health Testing Centers uses HIPAA compliant secure email.
To make testing affordable to patients, Health Testing Centers have lower prices than many other testing centers. Essential Health Screening can be performed for one low price as compared to other testing centers which will charge the same price for a single blood test. This screening option is good choice for those living in the Mesa area in need of a lipid profile. The tests that are normally ordered by your doctor to complete a physical will be included in this package. A complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, lipid profile, differential, and a urinalysis will be included in the Essential Health Screening process. This will provide an overall look at your general health. If there are any inconsistencies, additional tests would be recommended. When this is done, you can have these important lab tests with you when you go in for your next physical, saving time for you as well as your physician.
Health Testing Centers make the process of ordering tests very simple. The patient will go to the Health Testing Center website, click on the type of tests he would like, and place the order. Once the order is placed, a staff member will quickly email you the requisition form which you will take to the Mesa LabCorp location of your choosing to have the test performed. In most cases, the patient can have the test performed on the same day the test was ordered. For your convenience, LabCorp does accept online scheduling. Typically, test results will be in within 1-2 business days. Ordering by phone is accepted as well.
For general information about blood testing you can visit
Lab Tests Online or
WebMd.