Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Bryn Athyn, PA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Bryn Athyn, PA
Accredited Drug Testing in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Bryn Athyn, PA testing locations for medical and personal testing purposes for health, prevention and early detection of diseases. Patients can directly schedule a laboratory test including blood and urinalysis at multiple laboratory/blood testing centers in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Bryn Athyn, PA area are within minutes of your home or office.
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 1.8 miles
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
1468 OLD YORK RD 2.6 miles
ABINGTON, PA 19001
1419 Old York Rd, 2.6 miles
Abington, PA 19001
9808 Bustleton Avenue, 3.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19115
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 3.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
Cloverly Plaza, 628 Old York Road 3.8 miles
Jenkintown, PA 19046
210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D 3.9 miles
Feasterville, PA 19053
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 4.2 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD 4.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
2417 Welsh Rd, 4.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 4.6 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD 4.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
700 Cottman Ave, 4.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
1117 MEARNS RD 5.7 miles
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
4022 Woodhaven Rd, 6.0 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19154
2966 STREET RD 6.0 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
6129 PALMETTO ST 6.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
201 PRECISION RD 6.2 miles
HORSHAM, PA 19044
10800 KNIGHTS RD STE 206 6.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114
1000 Easton Rd, Suite 270 6.3 miles
Wyncote, PA 19095
130 Almshouse Rd, 6.4 miles
Richboro, PA 18954
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 6.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
2010 LEVICK ST 6.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
7528 Frankford Ave, 6.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 6.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
5675 N Front St, Store 260 6.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101 7.3 miles
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034
515 Pennsylvania Ave, 7.3 miles
Ft Washington, PA 19034
6940 State Rd 7.7 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
2 Penn Blvd, Suite 205 7.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19144
1000 OLDHAM CT 8.0 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 8.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 8.0 miles
Flourtown, PA 19031
4501 Castor Ave, 8.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
5322 MAGNOLIA ST 8.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 9.0 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
100 E BROAD ST 9.1 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
1854 VETERANS HWY 9.6 miles
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
3400 ARAMINGO AVE, STE 4 9.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
3356 Aramingo Ave 9.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19134
1210 ROUTE 130 N STE 1438 9.9 miles
CINNAMINSON, NJ 8077
1430 US 130 North, 10.0 miles
Cinnaminson, NJ 8077
525 Jamestown Street, 10.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19128
6060 RIDGE AVE STE 100 10.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
5800 RIDGE AVE STE 234 10.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 10.6 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
218A SUNSET RD 10.7 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 10.7 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 10.8 miles
Langhorne, PA 19047
501 BATH RD 10.9 miles
BRISTOL, PA 19007
333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 11.0 miles
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
100 E LEHIGH AVE STE 106 MAB BUILDING 11.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125
380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 11.3 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 11.3 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 11.4 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D 11.4 miles
Willingboro, NJ 8046
701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 11.5 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 11.6 miles
Bristol, PA 19007
301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 11.8 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
724 Dekalb Pike, 11.8 miles
Blue Bell, PA 19422
811 SUNSET ROAD 11.9 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
4318 ROUTE 130 11.9 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 11.9 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 11.9 miles
Chalfont, PA 18914
PO BOX 754 12.0 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 12.0 miles
CHALFONT, PA 18914
850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 12.2 miles
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
275 S MAIN ST STE 4 12.4 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
401 YOUNG AVE URGENT CARE 12.4 miles
MOORESTOWN, NJ 8057
800 W STATE ST STE 102 12.6 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
PO BOX 233 12.6 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
60 W MAIN ST, 12.7 miles
MAPLE SHADE, NJ 8052
716 N 24TH ST 12.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD 13.0 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 13.0 miles
Levittown, PA 19055
227 N. Broad St, 13.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19107
230 N BROAD ST 13.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
934 MONTGOMERY AVE 13.1 miles
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
246 Main Street, Cherry Hill P, Suite 202 13.2 miles
New Paltz, NY 12561
720--730 E Johnson Highway, 13.3 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 13.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
3 COOPER PLZ RM 517 13.4 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8103
200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 13.5 miles
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
2322 ROUTE 38 13.5 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
2131 N Broad St, 13.6 miles
Lansdale, PA 19446
2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 13.6 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1970 N BROAD ST 13.6 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
5255 MARLTON PIKE 13.7 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8109
525 N BROAD ST 13.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1313 N BROAD ST 13.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 13.7 miles
Holicong, PA 18928
826 N BROAD ST 13.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1311 N 52ND ST 13.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
1019 S BROAD ST 13.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1437 Dekalb St, 14.0 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 14.1 miles
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
Cooper River Plaza West, 6981 North Park Drive Suite 20 14.1 miles
Pennsauken, NJ 8109
800 HADDONFIELD RD 14.1 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
252 W Swamp Rd, 14.4 miles
Doylestown, PA 18901
817 E GATE DR STE 102 14.4 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
1 REED ST 14.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
32 MAPLE AVE 14.8 miles
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
1040 Kings Hwy, Suite 102 14.9 miles
Cherry Hill, NJ 8034
2961 YORKSHIP SQ HISTORICAL FAIRVIEW 15.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1000 ATLANTIC AVE Family Health Center 15.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1900 S BROAD ST 15.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
150 CENTURY PKWY STE B 15.1 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401 15.1 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 15.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1601 N KINGS HWY, STE 100 15.2 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8034
1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 15.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
55 E ROUTE 70 15.3 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
2219 S Broad St, 15.4 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
807 Haddon Ave, 15.6 miles
Haddonfield, NJ 8033
2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 15.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
330 W. Oregon Avenue, 15.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A 15.8 miles
WESTAMPTON, NJ 8060
16000 HORIZON WAY STE 600 15.9 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 15.9 miles
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 15.9 miles
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
107 Town Center Road 16.1 miles
King of Prussia, PA 19406
104 S BROADWAY 16.6 miles
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
4A Eves Drive, Suite 110 16.7 miles
Marlton, NJ 8053
10000 LINCOLN DR E STE 201 16.8 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
111 CHURCH RD 16.8 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
2521 W MAIN ST 16.9 miles
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
6 N BLACK HORSE PIKE 17.2 miles
MOUNT EPHRAIM, NJ 8059
1305 W CHESTER PIKE 17.3 miles
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
12000 LINCOLN DR W UNIT 308 17.3 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 17.3 miles
RADNOR, PA 19087
515 Grove Street, Suite 1 A 17.6 miles
Haddon Heights, NJ 8035
500 B GROVE ST 17.6 miles
HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ 8035
1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 17.7 miles
DARBY, PA 19023
2010 W Chester Pike, 17.7 miles
Havertown, PA 19083
1613 Route 38, 17.9 miles
Lumberton, NJ 8048
2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 18.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
708 Route 113, 18.1 miles
Souderton, PA 18964
750 BRUNSWICK AVE 18.1 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
601 HAMILTON AVE 18.1 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8629
832 BRUNSWICK AVE 18.2 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
7000 Holstein Ave 18.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
210 BENIGNO BLVD 18.6 miles
BELLMAWR, NJ 8031
270 MAIN ST 18.9 miles
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
345 Main Street, 19.1 miles
Harleysville, PA 19438
2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 19.2 miles
BROOMALL, PA 19008
2309 E EVESHAM RD STE 104 19.3 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
2401 E EVESHAM RD, STE C 19.3 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
103 BALTIMORE PIKE 19.4 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
90 N MacDade BLVD, 19.5 miles
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 19.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
444 BALTIMORE PIKE 19.8 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
131 S State Rd 19.8 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
2500 US HIGHWAY 1 19.9 miles
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 8648
1101 White Horse Rd, 19.9 miles
Voorhees, NJ 8043
175 Route 70, 20.0 miles
Medford, NJ 8055
1200 DELSEA DR 20.1 miles
WESTVILLE, NJ 8093
730 N Broad St, Suite 125 20.1 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
3574 West Chester Pike, 20.2 miles
Newtown Square, PA 19073
1544 KUSER RD STE C9 20.3 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8619
608 N Broad St Ste 100 20.3 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
509 N BROAD ST 20.4 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 20.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 20.4 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 20.4 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 LAUREL OAKS CORPORATE CENTER 20.5 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD 20.5 miles
MERCERVILLE, NJ 8619
78 2ND AVE 20.5 miles
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201 20.6 miles
Hamilton, NJ 8619
1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 20.7 miles
BERWYN, PA 19312
196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 20.7 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
700 LAWN AVE 20.9 miles
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 20.9 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
ONSITE ONLY 20.9 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
37 S WHITE HORSE PIKE 21.1 miles
STRATFORD, NJ 8084
1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD 21.2 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
3 JEFFERSON DR 21.2 miles
LAUREL SPRINGS, NJ 8021
168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D 21.4 miles
Lawrenceville, NJ 8648
2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL 21.5 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
73 CROWN POINT RD 21.8 miles
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
811 HIGHWAY 33 21.8 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8619
213 MORTON AVE 22.0 miles
FOLSOM, PA 19033
8 MORTON AVE STE 206 22.0 miles
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 22.1 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
501 W MacDade Boulevard, 22.3 miles
Folsom, PA 19033
2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H 22.4 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
2001 College Drive Suite 11 22.8 miles
Clementon, NJ 8021
165 S BLACK HORSE PIKE 22.9 miles
RUNNEMEDE, NJ 8078
11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 23.5 miles
PAOLI, PA 19301
450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 23.6 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 23.7 miles
Paoli, PA 19301
1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A 23.7 miles
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ 8691
Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 24.6 miles
Royersford, PA 19468
Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 24.7 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
1167A W Baltimore Pike, 24.7 miles
Media, PA 19063
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Bryn Athyn, PA Include:
- Lipid/Cholesterol Test
- STD Testing
- Diabetes Testing
- Thyroid Testing
- Hemoglobin A1C Testing
- Complete Blood Count (CBC) Testing
- Hepatitis Testing
- Basic Metabolic Testing
- Liver Function Testing
- Hormone Testing
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test, make payment and you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing center. Same day service is available. Your test registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our national CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
Blood Testing Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania
A blood test performed in Bryn Athyn, PA is a laboratory analysis performed on a blood sample that is usually extracted from a vein in the arm using a hypodermic needle, or via fingerprick. Multiple tests for specific blood components, such as a glucose test or a cholesterol test, are often grouped together into one test panel called a blood panel or blood work. Blood tests are often used in health care to determine physiological and biochemical states, such as disease, mineral content, pharmaceutical drug effectiveness, and organ function. Typical clinical blood panels include a basic metabolic panel or a complete blood count. Blood tests are also used in drug tests to detect drug abuse.
A basic metabolic panel measures sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), magnesium, creatinine, glucose, and sometimes calcium. Tests that focus on cholesterol levels can determine LDL and HDL cholesterol levels, as well as triglyceride levels.
Some tests, such as those that measure glucose or a lipid profile, require fasting (or no food consumption) eight to twelve hours prior to the drawing of the blood sample.
For the majority of tests, blood is usually obtained from the patient's vein. Other specialized tests, such as the arterial blood gas test, require blood extracted from an artery. Blood gas analysis of arterial blood is primarily used to monitor carbon dioxide and oxygen levels related to pulmonary function, but is also used to measure blood pH and bicarbonate levels for certain metabolic conditions.[While the regular glucose test is taken at a certain point in time, the glucose tolerance test involves repeated testing to determine the rate at which glucose is processed by the body.
Laboratory Testing In Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania
Our laboratory testing locations in Bryn Athyn, PA provide a wide range of certified laboratory test analysis. Some test results can be affected by certain foods and medications. For this reason, people may be asked to not eat or drink for several hours before a laboratory test or to delay taking medications until after the test.
Common Lab Tests Performed at our Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania Testing Facilities Include:
- Complete Blood Count. This test, also known as a CBC, is the most common blood test performed.
- Prothrombin Time. Also known as PT and Pro Time, this test measures how long it takes blood to clot.
- Basic Metabolic Panel.
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
- Lipid Panel.
- Liver Panel.
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.
- Hemoglobin A1C.
All laboratory testing that is performed on humans in the United States (except testing done in clinical trials and other types of human research) is regulated through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), which were passed by Congress in 1988. The CLIA laboratory certification program is administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in conjunction with the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CLIA ensures that laboratory staff are appropriately trained and supervised and that testing laboratories have quality control programs in place so that test results are accurate and reliable.
STD Testing Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania
Our local Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania STD testing centers provide multiple STD tests for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel test which includes several STD tests. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Laboratory Blood Testing: An Essential Overview
Laboratory blood testing is a fundamental tool in medical diagnostics, offering critical insights into the physiological and pathological conditions of the body. These tests are commonly used to evaluate health, diagnose diseases, and monitor medical treatments. This overview highlights the importance, common types of blood tests, and what individuals can expect during the testing process.
Importance of Blood Testing
Blood tests are vital for early detection and management of diseases. They help in assessing the functioning of various organs such as the liver, kidneys, and thyroid, and are essential in diagnosing conditions like diabetes, anemia, and heart disease. Regular blood testing can aid in the early detection of health issues, allowing for timely intervention.
Common Types of Blood Tests
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the levels of various blood cells like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This test is crucial for diagnosing conditions such as anemia and infections.
- Blood Chemistry Panels: Includes tests such as liver panels, kidney panels, and electrolyte testing which assess the functionality of these organs and electrolyte balance.
- Lipid Panel: Used to determine the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, important for assessing heart disease risk.
- Blood Glucose Tests: Measures blood sugar levels to manage and diagnose diabetes.
- Coagulation Panel: Assesses blood clotting ability and can help diagnose clotting disorders or monitor blood thinning medications.
What to Expect During a Blood Test
- Preparation: Some tests require fasting or other specific conditions before sample collection. It's important to follow all preparatory instructions provided by the healthcare provider.
- Collection Process: A healthcare professional will draw blood, usually from a vein in the arm, using a small needle. The process is quick and causes minimal discomfort.
- Results: The time to receive test results can vary depending on the type of test. Results are typically available within a few days and will be discussed with the healthcare provider to interpret what they mean for the individual’s health.
Benefits of Regular Blood Testing
Regular blood testing provides numerous benefits:
- Health Monitoring: Helps track health changes over time, providing insights into how lifestyle, diet, and age affect body functions.
- Disease Management: Essential for managing chronic conditions, allowing adjustments in treatment plans based on test results.
- Preventive Care: Identifies risk factors early, enabling preventive measures to be taken before the onset of more serious conditions.
Laboratory blood testing is a key component in healthcare management, playing a crucial role in diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing diseases. Understanding the types and purposes of various blood tests can help individuals actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
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Local Area Info: Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania
Bryn Athyn is a home rule municipality in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was formerly a borough, and its official name remains "Borough of Bryn Athyn". The population was 1,375 at the 2010 census. It was formed for religious reasons from Moreland Township on February 8, 1916. Bryn Athyn is surrounded by Lower Moreland Township.
As of the 2010 census, Bryn Athyn was 92.5% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian, and 1.8% were two or more races. 1.2% of the population were of Hispanic or Latino ancestry .
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,351 individuals, 377 households, and 292 families residing in the borough. The population density was 706.5 people per square mile (273.1/km2). There were 381 housing units at an average density of 199.3 per square mile (77.0/km2). The racial makeup of the borough was 96.82% White, 1.04% African American, 0.07% Native American, 1.26% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 0.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.67% of the population. 17.9% were of German, 15.5% English, 11.8% American, 6.7% Scottish and 6.6% Swedish ancestry according to Census 2000.