Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Oliver, PA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Oliver, PA
Accredited Drug Testing in Oliver, Pennsylvania provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Oliver, 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 Oliver, Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Oliver, PA area are within minutes of your home or office.
404 West Main Street, 1.0 miles
Uniontown, PA 15401
500 W BERKELEY ST 1.1 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
100 WOODLAWN AVE STE 300 1.1 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
211 EASY ST STE 224 1.3 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
675A CHERRY TREE LN 1.9 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
659 CHERRY TREE LN 1.9 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
325 MCCLELLANDTOWN RD 2.2 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
1144 NATIONAL PIKE, 2.3 miles
HOPWOOD, PA 15445
140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A 3.6 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
1829 UNIVERSITY DR 5.4 miles
DUNBAR, PA 15431
1829 UNIVERSITY RD 5.5 miles
DUNBAR, PA 15431
1440 Morrell Ave 8.8 miles
Connellsville, PA 15425
1048 MORRELL AVE 9.2 miles
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
301 S ARCH ST 10.0 miles
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
129 SIMPSON RD, STE 105 10.5 miles
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
125 SIMPSON RD 10.6 miles
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
7 GLASSWORKS RD 12.7 miles
GREENSBORO, PA 15338
4176 NATIONAL PIKE STE 4 12.9 miles
FARMINGTON, PA 15437
1895 JEFFERSON RD 16.5 miles
RICES LANDING, PA 15357
760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104, 17.0 miles
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
860 ROSTRAVER RD 17.1 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
308 BESSEMER RD STE 100 17.6 miles
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
146 MOTOR DROME RD 18.1 miles
SMITHTON, PA 15479
220 GREENE PLZ STE 103 18.2 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
220 GREENE PLZ 18.2 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203 18.5 miles
NORTH CHARLEROI, PA 15022
6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S 18.5 miles
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
508 S CHURCH ST 18.7 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107 19.0 miles
CHARLEROI, PA 15022
615 W SMITHFIELD ST 19.1 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
800 PLAZA DR STE 210 19.6 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
1000 MCKEAN AVE 20.2 miles
DONORA, PA 15033
135 LOVES HILL EXT 20.4 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
830 ROUTE 819 S 20.6 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S 20.8 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
1200 J D ANDERSON DR 20.9 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26505
811 S Center Ave 21.0 miles
NEW STANTON, PA 15674
99 J D ANDERSON DR STE 2A 21.2 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26505
99 J D ANDERSON DR 21.2 miles
MORGANTWON, WV 26505
1261 Suncrest Towne Centre Dri, Suite 1261 21.3 miles
Morgantown, WV 26505
956 MAPLE DR 21.4 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26505
1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD 21.6 miles
MONONGAHELA, PA 15063
1197 VAN VOORHIS RD 21.6 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26505
3860 HEALTH SCIENCES SOUTH 22.6 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
2629 MOUNT MORRIS RD 22.9 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
150 MEMORIAL DR 23.0 miles
KINGWOOD, WV 26537
447 W Main Street, 23.1 miles
Monongahela, PA 15063
215 DON KNOTTS BLVD STE 130 23.5 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26501
900 FAIRMONT RD 23.9 miles
WESTOVER, WV 26501
350 BONAR AVE 24.1 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
35 N PORTER ST 24.4 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
501 W HIGH ST 25.2 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
460 MYLAN PARK LN 25.4 miles
MORGANTOWN, WV 26501
206 ARLINGTON PL 25.8 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
27 N ROBERT STONE WAY 27.9 miles
REEDSVILLE, WV 26547
870 WEATHERWOOD LN 28.0 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
12116 STATE ROUTE 30 28.2 miles
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA 15642
11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3 28.2 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 28.4 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
532 W PITTSBURGH ST 28.4 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
9173 RTE 30, STE 5 28.4 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 28.5 miles
Greensburg, PA 15601
905 SPRUCE ST 28.8 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 28.8 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502 28.9 miles
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
140 CHURCH ST STE 102 29.3 miles
ROGERSVILLE, PA 15359
5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 29.4 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 29.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 29.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 29.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 29.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 29.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 29.9 miles
White Oak, PA 15131
1200 Brooks Ln STE 100 30.3 miles
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502 30.5 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
3876 STATE ROUTE 30 30.7 miles
LATROBE, PA 15650
5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6 30.7 miles
LATROBE, PA 15650
695 CLAIRTON BLVD 30.8 miles
PLEASANT HILLS, PA 15236
6510 STATE ROUTE 30 30.8 miles
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
1951 LINCOLN HWY 31.7 miles
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 32.1 miles
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD 32.1 miles
DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034
275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160 32.3 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
460 WASHINGTON RD STE 7 32.5 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
161 WATERDAM RD APT 160 32.6 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104 32.6 miles
West Mifflin, PA 15122
1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive, 32.8 miles
Mc Murray, PA 15317
95 Leonard Ave STE 401, BLDG1 32.9 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203 32.9 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300 33.1 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center 33.3 miles
Washington, PA 15301
181 W BEAU ST 33.3 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
W 2ND AVE 33.3 miles
LATROBE, PA 15650
2413 LYTLE RD 33.4 miles
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops 33.4 miles
Bethel Park, PA 15102
124 MILLER ST 33.5 miles
GRANTSVILLE, MD 21536
155 WILSON AVE 33.7 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
1744 WATER LEVEL RD 33.9 miles
SOMERSET, PA 15501
2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150 34.0 miles
UPPER ST CLAIR, PA 15241
100 MEDICAL BLVD 34.1 miles
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
113 CAVASINA DR STE 7 34.2 miles
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
1474 ROUTE 51 34.5 miles
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 34.6 miles
Bethel Park, PA 15102
421 ROUTE 22 34.6 miles
DELMONT, PA 15626
225 S CENTER AVE 34.6 miles
SOMERSET, PA 15501
126 E CHURCH ST STE 2200 34.7 miles
SOMERSET, PA 15501
3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 34.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 34.8 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 34.9 miles
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
4889 William Penn Highway - Wa, 35.0 miles
Murrysville, PA 15668
1490 North Center Ave Ste 100 35.2 miles
Somerset, PA 15501
1691 WASHINGTON RD 35.3 miles
MOUNT LEBANON, PA 15228
1535 WASHINGTON RD 35.4 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
115 WOOD DUCK RD 35.6 miles
SOMERSET, PA 15501
2380 MCGINLEY RD 35.6 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY 35.7 miles
MURRYSVILLE, PA 15668
207 W 7TH AVE 35.7 miles
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214 35.8 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
2570 HAYMAKER RD 35.8 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110 36.1 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 36.2 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
2644 MOSSIDE BLVD 36.2 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420 36.4 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125 36.6 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775 36.6 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
642 Washington Road, 36.8 miles
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
3024 WASHINGTON PIKE 37.0 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 37.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
51 SOUTHLAND DR ATTN OCC MED 37.1 miles
FAIRMONT, WV 26554
393 VANADIUM RD 37.2 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
502 WASHINGTON AVE 37.3 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
243 STATION ST 37.4 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
501 LOCUST AVE 37.4 miles
FAIRMONT, WV 26554
2727 Murray Avenue, 37.4 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
630 FAIRMONT AVE 37.6 miles
FAIRMONT, WV 26554
4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13 37.7 miles
Allentown, PA 18104
1322 LOCUST AVE 37.8 miles
FAIRMONT, WV 26554
1984 GREENTREE RD 38.1 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
28 COLONY BLVD 38.2 miles
BLAIRSVILLE, PA 15717
251 N 4TH ST 38.2 miles
OAKLAND, MD 21550
1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 38.3 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
1025 MEMORIAL DR 38.3 miles
OAKLAND, MD 21550
215 S 3rd St Ste B 38.5 miles
Oakland, MD 21550
3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 38.8 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114 38.8 miles
Carnegie, PA 15106
1515 LOCUST ST 39.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 39.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 39.1 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR 39.3 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
112 Third Ave 39.4 miles
Carnegie, PA 15106
4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 39.4 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
69 WOLF ACRES DR 39.5 miles
OAKLAND, MD 21550
5201 BAUM BLVD 39.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
339 6TH AVE 5TH FL 39.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15222
526 Penn Avenue, 39.7 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
48 V I P WAY 39.7 miles
FAIRMONT, WV 26554
2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260 39.9 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 39.9 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 40.0 miles
Verona, PA 15147
100 MAIN ST 40.2 miles
FARMINGTON, WV 26571
1600 W CARSON ST 40.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
490 E NORTH AVE STE 106 40.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
320 E NORTH AVE 40.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD 41.2 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 41.3 miles
ASPINWALL, PA 15215
15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 41.4 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 41.4 miles
Aspinwall, PA 15215
177 MIDDLETOWN RD STE 3 42.1 miles
WHITE HALL, WV 26554
391 WASHINGTON AVE 42.4 miles
OAKMONT, PA 15139
969 Greentree Road, Second Floor 42.6 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
874 BUTLER ST STE 2 43.2 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 43.3 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 43.4 miles
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 43.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
25 HECKEL RD 43.7 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105 43.8 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15238
1769 PINE HOLLOW RD 44.0 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
4120 7TH STREET RD 44.5 miles
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 44.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15275
4771 McKnight Road, 44.8 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
251 7TH ST STE 201B 45.1 miles
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 45.3 miles
Glenshaw, PA 15116
2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square 45.6 miles
New Kensington, PA 15068
1600 Wildlife Lodge Road, 46.3 miles
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 46.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 46.6 miles
Allison Park, PA 15101
984 CHERRY LANE RD 46.8 miles
APOLLO, PA 15613
10701 NEW GEORGES CREEK RD SW 47.6 miles
FROSTBURG, MD 21532
5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 48.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
1101 5TH AVE 48.0 miles
CORAPOLIS, PA 15108
303 E 10TH AVE 48.1 miles
TARENTUM, PA 15084
1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 48.2 miles
Coraopolis, PA 15108
1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 48.5 miles
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 48.6 miles
ALLISON PARK, PA 15101
9066 Perry Highway, 48.6 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD 48.7 miles
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1 49.9 miles
Leechburg, PA 15656
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Oliver, 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 Oliver, 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 Oliver, Pennsylvania
A blood test performed in Oliver, 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 Oliver, Pennsylvania
Our laboratory testing locations in Oliver, 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 Oliver, 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 Oliver, Pennsylvania
Our local Oliver, 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: Mount Oliver, Pennsylvania
Mount Oliver is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is a largely residential area situated atop a crest about 3 miles (5 km) west of the Monongahela River. The borough is surrounded entirely by the city of Pittsburgh, having resisted annexations by the city, as it prefers to manage its own local needs and finances.
It is named for Oliver Ormsby, son of John Ormsby, who held the original land grant for the area from George III. Mount Oliver has experienced some tough times of late which are associated with the slippage of the steel-making capacity of the Pittsburgh region. The population was 3,403 at the 2010 census.
Mount Oliver is completely surrounded by six Pittsburgh neighborhoods, including the South Side Slopes to the north, Arlington to the northeast, Mt. Oliver to the southeast, Carrick to the south, Knoxville to the west, and Allentown in the northwest corner.