Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Columbia, MD
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Columbia, MD
Accredited Drug Testing in Columbia, Maryland provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, Maryland and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Columbia, MD area are within minutes of your home or office.
9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 2.5 miles
Ellicott City, MD 21043
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 3.0 miles
Columbia, MD 21044
9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 3.4 miles
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
6656 DOBBIN RD 3.8 miles
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
6785 Business Pkwy 5.5 miles
Elkridge, MD 21075
7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 5.6 miles
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 6.5 miles
Catonsville, MD 21228
5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 7.3 miles
Baltimore, MD 21229
5822 OAKLAND RD 7.8 miles
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
8768 SUSINI DR 7.9 miles
LAUREL, MD 20723
4807 BENSON AVE 8.2 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
1419 KNECHT AVE 8.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 8.8 miles
Randallstown, MD 21133
701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 9.0 miles
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
On-site ONLY 9.8 miles
LAUREL, MD 20724
2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 9.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 10.1 miles
Baltimore, MD 21216
3676 Alpen Greenway 10.4 miles
Burtonsville, MD 20866
P. O. BOX 376 10.4 miles
LAUREL, MD 20725
2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 11.0 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 11.5 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 11.6 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 11.8 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 11.9 miles
Owings Mills, MD 21117
1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 12.2 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
13823 OUTLET DR 12.3 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
1650 UNION AVE 12.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 12.3 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 12.4 miles
Eldersburg, MD 21784
726 LIGHT ST 12.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 12.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 12.5 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
4419 FALLS RD STE D 12.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 13.0 miles
OLNEY, MD 20832
1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 13.1 miles
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
2901 SAINT PAUL ST 13.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 13.7 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 14.2 miles
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 14.7 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
4729 SELLMAN RD 14.7 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 14.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 14.9 miles
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
10452 BALTIMORE AVE 15.4 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
7801 YORK RD STE 360 16.3 miles
TOWSON, MD 21204
1833 PORTAL ST 16.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
301 WATERSVILLE RD 16.5 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 17.0 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
7933 BELLE POINT DR 17.0 miles
GREENBELT, MD 20770
1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 17.1 miles
Lutherville, MD 21093
1407 YORK RD STE 311 17.2 miles
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 17.2 miles
College Park, MD 20740
1830 YORK RD STE F 17.6 miles
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
10117 PALAMAR DR 17.6 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 18.1 miles
WHEATON, MD 20902
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 18.1 miles
DUNDALK, MD 21222
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 18.1 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 18.5 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 18.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
3708 MOUNTAIN RD 18.6 miles
PASADENA, MD 21122
1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 18.6 miles
Baltimore, MD 21222
9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 18.9 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 19.1 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 19.2 miles
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 19.3 miles
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
10 WARREN RD, STE 260 19.4 miles
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 20.0 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
8945 N WESTLAND DR 20.1 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 20.1 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 20.1 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 20.1 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
803 RUSSELL AVE 20.7 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 20.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 20.9 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
3510 HEIDI LN 20.9 miles
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 20.9 miles
Baltimore, MD 21237
9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 20.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 21.1 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 21.3 miles
Bowie, MD 20716
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 21.4 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 22.0 miles
BETHESDA, MD 20814
3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 22.1 miles
BOWIE, MD 20716
920 VARNUM ST NE 22.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 22.2 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 22.2 miles
Germantown, MD 20876
14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix 22.6 miles
Phoenix, MD 21131
844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203 22.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 23.0 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
826 WASHINGTON RD 23.0 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 23.0 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 23.1 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
11947 WINGED FOOT CT 23.2 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
820 Bestgate Rd, 23.4 miles
Annapolis, MD 21401
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 23.5 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
222 Washington Road, 23.6 miles
Westminster, MD 21157
12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 23.6 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A 23.6 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 23.7 miles
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 24.0 miles
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 24.2 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
PO BOX 59815 24.2 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 24.2 miles
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 24.2 miles
LARGO, MD 20774
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 24.3 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
911 U ST NW 24.5 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, Maryland 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 Columbia, Maryland
A blood test performed in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, Maryland
Our laboratory testing locations in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, Maryland 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 Columbia, Maryland
Our local Columbia, Maryland 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: Columbia, Maryland
Columbia is a census-designated place in Howard County, Maryland, United States, and is one of the principal cities of the Baltimore metropolitan area and the Washington metropolitan area. It is a planned community consisting of 10 self-contained villages. It began with the idea that a city could enhance its residents' quality of life. Creator and developer James W. Rouse saw the new community in terms of human values, rather than merely economics and engineering. Opened in 1967, Columbia was intended to not only eliminate the inconveniences of then-current subdivision design, but also eliminate racial, religious and class segregation.[citation needed]
Columbia proper consists only of that territory governed by the Columbia Association, but larger areas are included under its name by the U.S. Postal Service and the Census Bureau. These include several other communities which predate Columbia, including Simpsonville, Atholton, and in the case of the census, part of Clarksville. The census-designated place had a population of 99,615 at the 2010 United States Census. It is the second most populous community in Maryland after Baltimore. More recent estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey put the population at approximately 103,467 as of 2015.
Columbia was founded by James W. Rouse (1914-1996), a native of Easton, Maryland. In 1935, Rouse obtained a job in Baltimore with the Federal Housing Administration, a New Deal agency whose purpose was to promote home ownership and home construction. This position exposed Rouse to all phases of the housing industry. Later in the 1930s he co-founded a Baltimore mortgage banking business. In the 1950s his company, by then known as James W. Rouse and Company, branched out into developing shopping centers and malls. In 1957 Rouse formed Community Research and Development, Inc. (CRD) for the purpose of building, owning and operating shopping centers throughout the country. Community Research and Development, Inc., which was managed by James W. Rouse and Company, became a publicly traded company in 1961. In 1966, Community Research and Development, Inc. changed its name to The Rouse Company, after it had acquired James W. Rouse and Company in exchange for company stock.