Chelmsford, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 33,802. >Population change since 2000: -0.2%

Population (female): 17,435

Median Age: 43.2 years

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chelmsford: 145.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 13 registered sex offenders living in Chelmsford, Massachusetts as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Chelmsford is 2,600 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (32.1%), English (16.9%), Italian (14.0%), French (8.3%), German (6.8%), French Canadian (6.7%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 22.6 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 29,455 - 87.1%
      Asian alone - 2,837 - 8.4%
      Hispanic - 686 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 414 - 1.2%
      Black alone - 338 - 1.0%
      Other race alone - 40 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 30 - 0.09%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.01%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Chelmsford, MA

Accredited Drug Testing in Chelmsford, Massachusetts provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Chelmsford, MA 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 Chelmsford, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Chelmsford, MA area are within minutes of your home or office.

39 Village Square, 0.9 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 1.9 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 4.3 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 4.6 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

700 Rogers Street, 4.9 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

345 MAIN ST 5.6 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

510 BOSTON RD 6.5 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 8.6 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

48 HAMILTON AVE 8.7 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

200 GROTON RD 10.5 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

1 Branch St, 10.7 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

P.O. Box 546 11.0 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

66B CONCORD ST 11.2 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 11.4 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

300 Main St, 11.6 miles

300 Main St,
Nashua, NH 3060
Categories: Nashua NH

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 11.9 miles

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

58 BEDFORD ST 12.0 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

35 BEDFORD ST 12.1 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

7 DEANE ST 12.2 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 12.3 miles

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202
NASHUA, NH 3062
Categories: NASHUA NH

8 AUBURN ST 12.6 miles

8 AUBURN ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

138 Haverhill St, 12.9 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

14A BROAD ST 13.1 miles

14A BROAD ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

60 EAST ST STE 1400 13.3 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

POH on-site only 13.3 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 13.3 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 13.3 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

31 STILES RD STE 1300 13.4 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

1 GENERAL ST 13.5 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 13.6 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

200 SUTTON ST STE 135 14.1 miles

200 SUTTON ST STE 135
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
Categories: NORTH ANDOVER MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 14.2 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 14.2 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

159 N BROADWAY 14.5 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

16 Main Street 15.2 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

49 RANGE RD STE 101 15.4 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

289 Main St, 15.5 miles

289 Main St,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 15.6 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 15.8 miles

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 15.9 miles

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 16.2 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

52 BOW ST 16.3 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

1030 MAIN ST 16.5 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

On-site only 16.7 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

9 HOPE AVE 17.0 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 17.1 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 17.3 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

5 WINTER ST 17.6 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

20 S BORDER RD 17.8 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

41 CARLETON RD 17.8 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

92 HIGH ST 18.0 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

37 MANNING ST 18.0 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 18.1 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

50 NASHUA RD STE 301 18.5 miles

50 NASHUA RD STE 301
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
Categories: LONDONDERRY NH

601 Concord Ave 18.7 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 18.8 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

7 FRANCINE RD 18.8 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE 19.1 miles

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

219 CENTRE ST 19.2 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

296 Main Street 19.4 miles

296 Main Street
Haverhill, MA 1830
Categories: Haverhill MA

371 BROADWAY 19.4 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

376 Arsenal Street 19.4 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

157 UNION ST 19.4 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 19.4 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

215 SUMMER ST STE 14 19.5 miles

215 SUMMER ST STE 14
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
Categories: HAVERHILL MA

12 EVERETT ST 19.8 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 19.9 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 19.9 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

101 STATION LNDG 19.9 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 20.1 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 20.2 miles

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2
DERRY, NH 3038
Categories: DERRY NH

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 20.4 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 20.4 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 20.4 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 20.4 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

60 HOSPITAL RD 20.5 miles

60 HOSPITAL RD
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 20.6 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

424 CENTRAL ST 20.6 miles

424 CENTRAL ST
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 20.7 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

194 NORTH ST 20.7 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

190 N MAIN ST 20.7 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 20.7 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 20.8 miles

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
Categories: NEWTON CENTER MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 21.0 miles

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

42 BOSTON POST RD W 21.0 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 21.1 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

Onsite Only #1 21.2 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 21.4 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

358 HARVARD ST 21.5 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

229 Andover Street 21.6 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

28 Newton St 21.7 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 21.8 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

1285 Beacon St 21.8 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 21.8 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 21.8 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A 21.9 miles

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 21.9 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 22.0 miles

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308
Framingham, MA 1702
Categories: Framingham MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 22.2 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 22.3 miles

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107
BOSTON, MA 2114
Categories: BOSTON MA

319 Longwood Ave, 22.5 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

286 NEHOIDEN ST 22.9 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 22.9 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

1 HIGHLANDER WAY 23.0 miles

1 HIGHLANDER WAY
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

101 ARCH ST STE 20 23.1 miles

101 ARCH ST STE 20
BOSTON, MA 2110
Categories: BOSTON MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 23.2 miles

1 HARBORSIDE DR
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 23.2 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 23.6 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
Categories: BOSTON MA

340 HARVEY RD 23.7 miles

340 HARVEY RD
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 24.0 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

1996 CENTRE ST 24.4 miles

1996 CENTRE ST
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
Categories: WEST ROXBURY MA

1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G 24.6 miles

1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

2075 S WILLOW ST 24.6 miles

2075 S WILLOW ST
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

PO BOX 10547 24.7 miles

PO BOX 10547
BEDFORD, NH 3110
Categories: BEDFORD NH

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 25.0 miles

52 CREST AVE STE 7A
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.

Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Chelmsford, MA 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

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Blood Testing Chelmsford, Massachusetts

A blood test performed in Chelmsford, MA 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 Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Our laboratory testing locations in Chelmsford, MA 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 Chelmsford, Massachusetts 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 Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Our local Chelmsford, Massachusetts 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

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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: Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Chelmsford /?t??lmsf?rd/ is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts in the United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the town's population was 33,802. Only 48.4% are male and the median age of residents in Chelmsford is 39.2 years old. It is located 24 miles (39 km) northwest of Boston and, bordering on the city of Lowell, is part of the Greater Lowell metropolitan area. Besides Lowell on its northeast, Chelmsford is surrounded by four towns: Tyngsborough to the north, Billerica to the southeast, Carlisle to the south, and Westford to the west. Chelmsford is bordered by two sizable rivers: the Merrimack River to the north, and the Concord River to the east.

Named after Chelmsford, Essex, England, the town was incorporated in May 1655 by an act of the Massachusetts General Court. When Chelmsford was incorporated, its local economy was fueled by lumber mills, limestone quarries and kilns. The farming community of East Chelmsford was incorporated as Lowell in the 1820s; over the next decades it would go on to become one of the first large-scale factory towns in the United States because of its early role in the country's Industrial Revolution. Chelmsford experienced a drastic increase in population between 1950 and 1970, coinciding with the connection of U.S. Route 3 in Lowell to Massachusetts Route 128 in the 1950s and the extension of U.S. Route 3 from Chelmsford to New Hampshire in the 1960s.

Chelmsford has a representative town meeting form of government. The current town manager is Paul Cohen. The town has one public high school – Chelmsford High School, which is ranked among the top 500 schools in the nation – as well as two middle schools, and four elementary schools. The charter middle school started in Chelmsford became a regional charter school (Innovation Academy Charter School) covering grades 5 through 12, now located in Tyngsborough. Chelmsford high school age students also have the option of attending the Nashoba Valley Technical High School, located in Westford. In 2011, Chelmsford was declared the 28th best place to live in the United States by Money magazine.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 33,802. >Population change since 2000: -0.2%

Population (female): 17,435

Median Age: 43.2 years

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chelmsford: 145.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 13 registered sex offenders living in Chelmsford, Massachusetts as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Chelmsford is 2,600 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (32.1%), English (16.9%), Italian (14.0%), French (8.3%), German (6.8%), French Canadian (6.7%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 22.6 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 29,455 - 87.1%
      Asian alone - 2,837 - 8.4%
      Hispanic - 686 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 414 - 1.2%
      Black alone - 338 - 1.0%
      Other race alone - 40 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 30 - 0.09%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.01%

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