Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Leitch, MD
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Leitch, MD
Accredited Drug Testing in Leitch, Maryland provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Leitch, 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 Leitch, Maryland and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Leitch, MD area are within minutes of your home or office.
3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200 11.6 miles
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
75 MAYO RD 11.7 miles
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 12.2 miles
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Onsite Only 13.7 miles
Largo, MD 20774
1430 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD STE 6 13.7 miles
HUNTINGTOWN, MD 20639
1419 FOREST DR STE 104 13.9 miles
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
130 HOSPITAL RD 14.2 miles
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
110 HOSPITAL RD STE 310 14.3 miles
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 14.4 miles
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
995 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD #107 14.5 miles
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 14.7 miles
BOWIE, MD 20716
96 ARMORY RD STE 102 15.0 miles
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 15.2 miles
Bowie, MD 20716
12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 15.4 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 15.8 miles
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 15.8 miles
LARGO, MD 20774
820 Bestgate Rd, 15.9 miles
Annapolis, MD 21401
11947 WINGED FOOT CT 16.6 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 17.0 miles
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 17.5 miles
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 17.9 miles
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 18.0 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 18.3 miles
CLINTON, MD 20735
12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 18.6 miles
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
ONSITE ONLY 18.7 miles
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409
1667 Homewood Landing Rd 18.7 miles
Annapolis, MD 21409
2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 18.8 miles
WALDORF, MD 20601
3510 HEIDI LN 19.0 miles
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 19.5 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
Onsite Only 19.6 miles
Hughesville, MD 20637
5 CHESTER PLZ 19.7 miles
CHESTER, MD 21619
12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 20.5 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
3070 HEATHCOTE RD 20.8 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
5606 HOLTON LN 20.9 miles
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
10117 PALAMAR DR 21.0 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
2112 DIDONATO DR, STE F 21.4 miles
CHESTER, MD 21619
3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 21.6 miles
Waldorf, MD 20602
3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 21.6 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 21.7 miles
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 22.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 23.4 miles
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
7933 BELLE POINT DR 23.8 miles
GREENBELT, MD 20770
6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 24.4 miles
College Park, MD 20740
3708 MOUNTAIN RD 24.9 miles
PASADENA, MD 21122
125 SHOREWAY DR 25.8 miles
QUEENSTOWN, MD 21658
8615 COMMERCE DR STE 4 25.8 miles
EASTON, MD 21601
219 S WASHINGTON ST 26.0 miles
EASTON, MD 21601
200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 26.0 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
920 VARNUM ST NE 26.3 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
10452 BALTIMORE AVE 26.3 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
4729 SELLMAN RD 26.4 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
On-site ONLY 26.6 miles
LAUREL, MD 20724
808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 26.8 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
225 REINEKERS LN 26.9 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
401 PURDY ST, STE 202 26.9 miles
EASTON, MD 21601
911 U ST NW 27.0 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
8163 OCEAN GTWY 27.1 miles
EASTON, MD 21601
815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 27.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
P. O. BOX 376 27.2 miles
LAUREL, MD 20725
6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 27.2 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 27.4 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 27.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 27.6 miles
Washington, DC 20036
1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 27.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 27.6 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
2029 K ST NW STE 301 27.7 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 27.8 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
201 CENTENNIAL ST B1 27.8 miles
LA PLATA, MD 20646
7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 28.0 miles
Alexandria, VA 22306
2440 M St NW Ste 414, 28.1 miles
Washington, DC 20037
811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 28.5 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
403 CHARLES ST 3 28.9 miles
LA PLATA, MD 20646
3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 29.1 miles
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 29.2 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
20 Creston Ln Ste F 29.4 miles
Solomons, MD 20688
8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 29.4 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
4320 SEMINARY RD 29.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
4527 DUKE ST 29.6 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 29.7 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
3301 WILSON BLVD 30.0 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
503 BYRN ST, 2ND FL 30.1 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MD 21613
13823 OUTLET DR 30.1 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
8768 SUSINI DR 30.2 miles
LAUREL, MD 20723
5130 DUKE ST STE 10 30.3 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
14090 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD S STE 1400 30.4 miles
SOLOMONS, MD 20688
5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 30.6 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 30.8 miles
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 30.9 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
24035 THREE NOTCH RD 30.9 miles
HOLLYWOOD, MD 20636
6785 Business Pkwy 30.9 miles
Elkridge, MD 21075
3676 Alpen Greenway 31.0 miles
Burtonsville, MD 20866
9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 31.1 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 31.2 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 31.8 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 31.9 miles
Falls Church, VA 22044
701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 32.0 miles
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 32.3 miles
WHEATON, MD 20902
6656 DOBBIN RD 32.3 miles
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
25500 POINT LOOKOUT RD 32.4 miles
LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650
5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 32.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 32.7 miles
BETHESDA, MD 20814
5822 OAKLAND RD 33.1 miles
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 33.2 miles
Annandale, VA 22003
22576 MACARTHUR BLVD 33.3 miles
CALIFORNIA, MD 20619
6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 33.4 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
5501 BACKLICK RD 33.6 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
5510 ALMA LN STE 200 33.6 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
22196 THREE NOTCH RD ste 309 34.1 miles
LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653
2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 34.1 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
920 W BROAD ST STE B 34.5 miles
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
4807 BENSON AVE 34.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 34.7 miles
Baltimore, MD 21222
1419 KNECHT AVE 34.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
1833 PORTAL ST 35.0 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
7839 ROLLING RD STE A 35.0 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 35.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 35.3 miles
DUNDALK, MD 21222
1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 35.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 35.6 miles
Columbia, MD 21044
3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 35.6 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
726 LIGHT ST 35.7 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
20945 GREAT MILLS RD STE 202 36.2 miles
LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653
100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 36.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 36.6 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 37.0 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 37.0 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 37.1 miles
Baltimore, MD 21229
18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 37.7 miles
OLNEY, MD 20832
1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 37.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 37.9 miles
Ellicott City, MD 21043
PO BOX 59815 38.1 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
216 Locust St 38.1 miles
Occaquan, VA 22125
9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 38.2 miles
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 38.5 miles
Baltimore, MD 21216
8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 38.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
2901 SAINT PAUL ST 38.7 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 38.7 miles
Catonsville, MD 21228
100 MAPLE AVE E 39.0 miles
VIENNA, VA 22180
14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR 39.0 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22191
1650 UNION AVE 39.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
2080 Daniel Stuart Square, 39.4 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22191
4419 FALLS RD STE D 40.1 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 40.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 40.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 40.6 miles
Baltimore, MD 21237
2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 40.6 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
10560 MAIN ST 40.7 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101 40.7 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 41.0 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 41.0 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 41.0 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 41.1 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 41.1 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
514 WASHINGTON AVE, STE 4 41.2 miles
CHESTERTOWN, MD 21620
14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 41.8 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ 42.3 miles
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
4158 DALE BLVD 42.5 miles
DALE CITY, VA 22193
8945 N WESTLAND DR 42.6 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 42.6 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 42.7 miles
Randallstown, MD 21133
12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100 42.9 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22192
11848 Robertson Farm Circle 43.0 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
7801 YORK RD STE 360 43.2 miles
TOWSON, MD 21204
17017 DUMFRIES RD 43.3 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
14142 MINNIEVILLE RD MINNIEVILLE PLAZE SUITE 204 43.4 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193
12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103 43.4 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
3990 FETTLER PARK DR 43.5 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
17932 FRALEY BLVD STE 405 43.6 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
3928 LANSING CT 43.6 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
803 RUSSELL AVE 43.9 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 44.0 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 44.0 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 44.2 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 44.7 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 44.8 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 44.9 miles
Owings Mills, MD 21117
12713 SHOPPES LN 44.9 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 45.1 miles
Lutherville, MD 21093
1407 YORK RD STE 311 45.3 miles
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
106 Elden St Ste 18b, 45.4 miles
Herndon, VA 20170
208 ELDEN ST 45.6 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 45.8 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
1830 YORK RD STE F 46.2 miles
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 47.1 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
6201 CENTREVILLE RD STE 200 47.2 miles
CENTREVILLE, VA 20121
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 47.2 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 47.2 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 47.3 miles
Germantown, MD 20876
4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108 47.9 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
6370 SPRINGFIELD PLZ 48.0 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108 48.1 miles
STERLING, VA 20164
8694 CENTREVILLE RD 48.2 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8773 MATHIS AVE 48.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
1411 H SERVICE RD 48.3 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 48.4 miles
Eldersburg, MD 21784
11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 48.8 miles
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
9003 CHURCH ST 48.9 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
21525 RIDGETOP CIR STE 260 48.9 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
21036 TRIPLESEVEN RD 49.1 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 49.1 miles
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
45305 CATALINA CT STE 103 49.2 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
10 WARREN RD, STE 260 49.2 miles
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
2120 EMMORTON PARK RD Ste E 49.4 miles
EDGEWOOD, MD 21040
2 Pidgeon Hill Dr Suite 120, 49.5 miles
Sterling, VA 20165
8714 SUDLEY RD 49.6 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8685 Sudley Rd, 49.7 miles
Manassas, VA 20110
8640 SUDLEY RD STE 203 49.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8609 SUDLEY RD STE 104 49.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
2 LYNDHURST CT 49.9 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Leitch, 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 Leitch, 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 Leitch, Maryland
A blood test performed in Leitch, 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 Leitch, Maryland
Our laboratory testing locations in Leitch, 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 Leitch, 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 Leitch, Maryland
Our local Leitch, 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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