Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Forest Lake, IL
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Forest Lake, IL
Accredited Drug Testing in Forest Lake, Illinois provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Forest Lake, IL 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 Forest Lake, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Forest Lake, IL area are within minutes of your home or office.
207 Waukegan Rd Ste 207, 2.7 miles
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
565 Lakeview Pkwy Ste 100, 5.8 miles
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
904B S Milwaukee Ave 6.0 miles
Libertyville, IL 60048
2615 WASHINGTON ST VISTA CORPORATE HEALTH 6.6 miles
WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
6 E PHILLIP RD 6.6 miles
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061
1450 Busch Pkwy, 7.4 miles
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
35 TOWER CT STE E 7.4 miles
GURNEE, IL 60031
15 Tower Court S-170, 7.5 miles
Gurnee, IL 60031
306 ERA DR 7.8 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
605 ACADEMY DR 7.9 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
724 N. Green Bay Road 8.0 miles
Waukegan, IL 60085
544A W DUNDEE RD 9.1 miles
WHEELING, IL 60090
15 S MCHENRY RD 9.4 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
1445 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 101 9.4 miles
GURNEE, IL 60031
1411 MCHENRY RD STE 103 9.4 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
2601 COMPASS RD, STE 130 11.1 miles
GLENVIEW NAS, IL 60026
2591 Compass Rd Ste 110, 11.2 miles
Glenview, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD STE 3000 11.2 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD 11.2 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
902 W DUNDEE RD RIDGE PLAZA 12.3 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60004
770 E Dundee Rd 12.5 miles
Palatine, IL 60074
1275 E BELVIDERE RD STE 110 12.6 miles
GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030
3115 LEWIS AVE 13.0 miles
ZION, IL 60099
350 Surryse Rd, 13.3 miles
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
1 KRAFT CT 14.0 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60025
1214 Brownwood Ste B 14.1 miles
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
8630 W GOLF RD 14.1 miles
NILES, IL 60714
50 S NORTHWEST HWY 14.3 miles
PALATINE, IL 60074
100 N RIVER RD 14.3 miles
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
337 W. Northwest Highway, 14.3 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
2380 S ELMHURST RD 14.7 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
3060 W SALT CREEK LN STE 110 14.7 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1854 E Grand Ave, 14.7 miles
Lindenhurst, IL 60046
121 SOUTH WILKE RD, #405 14.8 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
4709 W. Golf, Suite 806 15.0 miles
Skokie, IL 60076
1545 HICKS RD 15.1 miles
ROLLING MEADOWS, IL 60008
1600 Dempster St Ste 218, 15.1 miles
Park Ridge, IL 60068
6449 DEMPSTER ST 15.3 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
605 W CENTRAL RD STE 101 15.3 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
3040 SOUTHCREEK LANE 15.3 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
800 W CENTRAL RD 15.4 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1100 W. Central Rd., Suite 402 15.4 miles
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
1060 S ELMHURST RD 15.5 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
371 West Northwest Highway 15.6 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
1050 RED OAK LN CORPORATE HEALTH SERVICES 15.6 miles
LINDENHURST, IL 60046
1217 S RAND RD 16.0 miles
LAKE ZURICH, IL 60047
4949 EUCLID AVE 16.1 miles
PALATINE, IL 60067
8125 RIVER DR STE 102 16.2 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
117 S COOK ST STE 306 16.7 miles
BARRINGTON, IL 60010
800 Austin St, East Tower Ste 457 17.7 miles
Evanston, IL 60202
1830 JARVIS AVE 18.0 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
2200 LANDMEIER RD STE 2200 18.1 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
22285 Pepper Road, Suite S-107 18.2 miles
Barrington, IL 60010
6191 N CANFIELD AVE 18.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
808 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, 18.6 miles
Schaumburg, IL 60173
7742 W HIGGINS RD 19.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
1375 E SCHAUMBURG RD 19.1 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194
4801 W Peterson Ave Ste 205, 19.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60646
361 W GOLF RD 19.3 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60195
O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 19.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
126 BIESTERFIELD RD 19.6 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
5961 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 2 19.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 20.0 miles
NORRIDGE, IL 60706
2300 W PETERSON AVE 20.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 20.1 miles
Norridge, IL 60706
543 ORCHARD ST 20.3 miles
ANTIOCH, IL 60002
2334A W HIGGINS RD 20.5 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60195
6140 N BROADWAY ST 20.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60660
519 S ROSELLE RD 20.6 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60193
2500 W Higgins Rd Ste 460, 20.7 miles
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
7705 SHERIDAN RD 20.9 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53143
1555 BARRINGTON RD 21.0 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
4200 MANNHEIM RD 21.1 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
4757 W MONTROSE AVE 21.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
1240 IL ROUTE 83 21.3 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
4211 N CICERO AVE 21.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, 21.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60641
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 21.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
9555 76TH ST 21.7 miles
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI 53158
10400 75TH ST 21.8 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53142
10117 - 74th St. Suite 110, 21.9 miles
Kenosha, WI 53142
6530 SHERIDAN RD 21.9 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53143
6308 8TH AVE 22.1 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53143
7107 W BELMONT AVE 22.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
6021 56th Ave Ste 102 22.3 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53142
5800 7TH AVE 22.4 miles
KENOSHA, WI 53140
3922 Mercy Dr 22.6 miles
McHenry, IL 60050
4119 Shamrock Ln, 22.7 miles
McHenry, IL 60050
10137 GRAND AVE 22.8 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
4309 W MEDICAL CENTER DR STE B300 23.1 miles
MCHENRY, IL 60050
3333 BEVERLY RD 23.2 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
633 Ridgeview Dr 23.2 miles
McHenry, IL 60050
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 23.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
4805 PRIME PKWY 23.4 miles
MCHENRY, IL 60050
1339 W LAKE ST 23.5 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
303 W LAKE ST 23.7 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
260 E Congress Pkwy Ste E, 24.2 miles
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
321 W LAKE ST STE C 24.2 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 24.2 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
565 N YORK ST 24.2 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
141 E. IRVING PARK ROAD 24.2 miles
STREAMWOOD, IL 60107
113 W LAKE ST 24.3 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 24.3 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
3000 N. Halsted, Suite 604 24.3 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
5911 NORTHWEST HWY STE 108 24.3 miles
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014
1515 E LAKE ST STE 100 24.3 miles
HANOVER PARK, IL 60133
5911 NORTHWEST HIGHWAY,STE 108 24.4 miles
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014
2868 N BROADWAY ST 24.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60657
2400 N. Ashland Ave Suite 100 24.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60614
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste G1, 24.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
Fitness Department, 24.8 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
360 STATION DR 3RD FL 25.0 miles
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 25.0 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Forest Lake, IL 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 Forest Lake, Illinois 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 Forest Lake, Illinois
A blood test performed in Forest Lake, IL 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 Forest Lake, Illinois
Our laboratory testing locations in Forest Lake, IL 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 Forest Lake, Illinois 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 Forest Lake, Illinois
Our local Forest Lake, Illinois 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: Lake Forest, Illinois
Lake Forest is a city located in Lake County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 19,375. The city is along the shore of Lake Michigan, and is a part of the Chicago metropolitan area and the North Shore.
Lake Forest was founded together with Lake Forest College; it was laid out as a town in 1857, and was a stop for travelers making their way south to Chicago. The Lake Forest City Hall, designed by Charles Sumner Frost, was completed in 1898. It originally housed the fire department, the Lake Forest Library, and city offices. The city used restrictive covenants to bar "African-Americans and Jews from purchasing property in Lake Forest", a practice associated with sundown towns that "continued at least until the 1960s", but which seems to have been "greatly diminished" by the 1990s, though still active.
According to the 2010 census, Lake Forest has a total area of 17.246 square miles (44.67 km2), of which 17.18 square miles (44.50 km2) (or 99.62%) is land and 0.066 square miles (0.17 km2) (or 0.38%) is water.