Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Oreland, PA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Oreland, PA
Accredited Drug Testing in Oreland, Pennsylvania provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Oreland, 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 Oreland, Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Oreland, PA area are within minutes of your home or office.
535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101 1.8 miles
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034
515 Pennsylvania Ave, 1.9 miles
Ft Washington, PA 19034
1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 2.3 miles
Flourtown, PA 19031
1000 Easton Rd, Suite 270 2.5 miles
Wyncote, PA 19095
Cloverly Plaza, 628 Old York Road 3.0 miles
Jenkintown, PA 19046
1468 OLD YORK RD 3.3 miles
ABINGTON, PA 19001
1419 Old York Rd, 3.3 miles
Abington, PA 19001
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 4.0 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 4.3 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
201 PRECISION RD 5.1 miles
HORSHAM, PA 19044
2 Penn Blvd, Suite 205 5.5 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19144
5322 MAGNOLIA ST 5.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
700 Cottman Ave, 6.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 6.2 miles
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
6060 RIDGE AVE STE 100 6.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
5800 RIDGE AVE STE 234 6.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
525 Jamestown Street, 6.5 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19128
850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 6.5 miles
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
5675 N Front St, Store 260 6.5 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
6129 PALMETTO ST 6.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
PO BOX 754 6.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
724 Dekalb Pike, 6.7 miles
Blue Bell, PA 19422
720--730 E Johnson Highway, 7.5 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 7.8 miles
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 7.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
9808 Bustleton Avenue, 7.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19115
2010 LEVICK ST 8.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
1437 Dekalb St, 8.2 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 8.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
4501 Castor Ave, 8.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
1117 MEARNS RD 8.3 miles
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 8.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
2417 Welsh Rd, 8.4 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
934 MONTGOMERY AVE 8.6 miles
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 9.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
7528 Frankford Ave, 9.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 9.5 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
3400 ARAMINGO AVE, STE 4 9.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
3356 Aramingo Ave 9.7 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19134
210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D 9.7 miles
Feasterville, PA 19053
1019 S BROAD ST 9.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 9.9 miles
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
6940 State Rd 9.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 10.0 miles
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 10.0 miles
Chalfont, PA 18914
170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 10.1 miles
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD 10.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 10.1 miles
CHALFONT, PA 18914
100 E LEHIGH AVE STE 106 MAB BUILDING 10.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125
107 Town Center Road 10.2 miles
King of Prussia, PA 19406
2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD 10.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
525 N BROAD ST 10.3 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1311 N 52ND ST 10.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
826 N BROAD ST 10.4 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
716 N 24TH ST 10.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
1313 N BROAD ST 10.5 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 10.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1970 N BROAD ST 10.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2131 N Broad St, 10.8 miles
Lansdale, PA 19446
130 Almshouse Rd, 10.9 miles
Richboro, PA 18954
10800 KNIGHTS RD STE 206 10.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114
4022 Woodhaven Rd, 11.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19154
227 N. Broad St, 11.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19107
230 N BROAD ST 11.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
2521 W MAIN ST 11.2 miles
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 11.4 miles
RADNOR, PA 19087
100 E BROAD ST 11.4 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 11.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
2966 STREET RD 11.7 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
32 MAPLE AVE 12.4 miles
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 12.5 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
1305 W CHESTER PIKE 12.6 miles
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
3 COOPER PLZ RM 517 12.7 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8103
800 W STATE ST STE 102 12.7 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
1210 ROUTE 130 N STE 1438 12.8 miles
CINNAMINSON, NJ 8077
2010 W Chester Pike, 12.8 miles
Havertown, PA 19083
1430 US 130 North, 13.0 miles
Cinnaminson, NJ 8077
275 S MAIN ST STE 4 13.1 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
1 REED ST 13.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
1900 S BROAD ST 13.2 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 13.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 13.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1000 OLDHAM CT 13.5 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
2219 S Broad St, 13.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
5255 MARLTON PIKE 14.0 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8109
1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 14.1 miles
DARBY, PA 19023
Cooper River Plaza West, 6981 North Park Drive Suite 20 14.2 miles
Pennsauken, NJ 8109
330 W. Oregon Avenue, 14.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 14.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 14.3 miles
BROOMALL, PA 19008
2961 YORKSHIP SQ HISTORICAL FAIRVIEW 14.4 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1000 ATLANTIC AVE Family Health Center 14.4 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
60 W MAIN ST, 14.6 miles
MAPLE SHADE, NJ 8052
1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 14.8 miles
BERWYN, PA 19312
3574 West Chester Pike, 14.8 miles
Newtown Square, PA 19073
270 MAIN ST 14.8 miles
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
252 W Swamp Rd, 14.9 miles
Doylestown, PA 18901
2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 15.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
345 Main Street, 15.0 miles
Harleysville, PA 19438
78 2ND AVE 15.1 miles
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
2322 ROUTE 38 15.2 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
800 HADDONFIELD RD 15.2 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
131 S State Rd 15.2 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
103 BALTIMORE PIKE 15.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
708 Route 113, 15.3 miles
Souderton, PA 18964
1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401 15.4 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
218A SUNSET RD 15.5 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
1854 VETERANS HWY 15.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
444 BALTIMORE PIKE 15.6 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
7000 Holstein Ave 15.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
401 YOUNG AVE URGENT CARE 15.8 miles
MOORESTOWN, NJ 8057
104 S BROADWAY 15.8 miles
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
90 N MacDade BLVD, 15.8 miles
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 15.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 16.0 miles
Holicong, PA 18928
1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 16.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
246 Main Street, Cherry Hill P, Suite 202 16.1 miles
New Paltz, NY 12561
196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 16.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
807 Haddon Ave, 16.3 miles
Haddonfield, NJ 8033
1040 Kings Hwy, Suite 102 16.4 miles
Cherry Hill, NJ 8034
220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D 16.4 miles
Willingboro, NJ 8046
930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 16.5 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 16.6 miles
Langhorne, PA 19047
501 BATH RD 16.6 miles
BRISTOL, PA 19007
4318 ROUTE 130 16.6 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 16.6 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
1601 N KINGS HWY, STE 100 16.6 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8034
55 E ROUTE 70 16.7 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 16.8 miles
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
811 SUNSET ROAD 16.9 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
6 N BLACK HORSE PIKE 17.0 miles
MOUNT EPHRAIM, NJ 8059
304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 17.0 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
817 E GATE DR STE 102 17.1 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 17.1 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 17.1 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 17.1 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 17.3 miles
Bristol, PA 19007
150 CENTURY PKWY STE B 17.4 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 17.5 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 17.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 17.6 miles
PAOLI, PA 19301
15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 17.8 miles
Paoli, PA 19301
605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 17.8 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 17.8 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
515 Grove Street, Suite 1 A 17.9 miles
Haddon Heights, NJ 8035
500 B GROVE ST 18.0 miles
HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ 8035
213 MORTON AVE 18.0 miles
FOLSOM, PA 19033
210 BENIGNO BLVD 18.1 miles
BELLMAWR, NJ 8031
16000 HORIZON WAY STE 600 18.1 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD 18.2 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
8 MORTON AVE STE 206 18.2 miles
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
501 W MacDade Boulevard, 18.3 miles
Folsom, PA 19033
PO BOX 233 18.5 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
700 LAWN AVE 18.5 miles
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
730 N Broad St, Suite 125 18.9 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 18.9 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 18.9 miles
Levittown, PA 19055
608 N Broad St Ste 100 19.0 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
509 N BROAD ST 19.1 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 19.1 miles
Royersford, PA 19468
1200 DELSEA DR 19.2 miles
WESTVILLE, NJ 8093
4A Eves Drive, Suite 110 19.2 miles
Marlton, NJ 8053
10000 LINCOLN DR E STE 201 19.2 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
111 CHURCH RD 19.5 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
73 CROWN POINT RD 19.5 miles
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 19.6 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
12000 LINCOLN DR W UNIT 308 19.7 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
1167A W Baltimore Pike, 19.8 miles
Media, PA 19063
309 Lancaster Avenue, 20.4 miles
Frazer, PA 19355
875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 20.7 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A 20.8 miles
WESTAMPTON, NJ 8060
2309 E EVESHAM RD STE 104 20.9 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
2401 E EVESHAM RD, STE C 21.1 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
1101 White Horse Rd, 21.1 miles
Voorhees, NJ 8043
1502 W Chester Pike, 21.3 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
3 JEFFERSON DR 21.4 miles
LAUREL SPRINGS, NJ 8021
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 21.7 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
37 S WHITE HORSE PIKE 21.8 miles
STRATFORD, NJ 8084
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 LAUREL OAKS CORPORATE CENTER 22.1 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
1613 Route 38, 22.5 miles
Lumberton, NJ 8048
165 S BLACK HORSE PIKE 22.7 miles
RUNNEMEDE, NJ 8078
2001 College Drive Suite 11 23.3 miles
Clementon, NJ 8021
ONSITE ONLY 23.3 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
175 Route 70, 23.4 miles
Medford, NJ 8055
750 BRUNSWICK AVE 23.9 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 23.9 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
601 HAMILTON AVE 23.9 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8629
832 BRUNSWICK AVE 23.9 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
1534 PARK AVE STE 240 24.0 miles
QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951
2089 E HIGH ST 24.1 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 24.2 miles
Concordville, PA 19331
2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 24.2 miles
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 24.5 miles
Exton, PA 19341
1569 Medical Dr, 24.5 miles
Pottstown, PA 19464
606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 24.6 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
1600 E HIGH ST 24.6 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
600 E Marshall St, 24.6 miles
West Chester, PA 19380
229 N West End Blvd, 24.7 miles
Quakertown, PA 18951
510 E Gay Street 24.7 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 24.7 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Oreland, 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 Oreland, 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 Oreland, Pennsylvania
A blood test performed in Oreland, 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 Oreland, Pennsylvania
Our laboratory testing locations in Oreland, 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 Oreland, 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 Oreland, Pennsylvania
Our local Oreland, 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: Oreland, Pennsylvania
Oreland is a United States census-designated place (CDP) in Springfield and Upper Dublin townships, just outside the Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy areas of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Oreland has a ZIP code of 19075, and the population was 5,678 at the 2010 census.
In 1686, Thomas Fitzwater discovered vast lime deposits on his land in Oreland. He erected a kiln to process it, which by 1693 had attracted the attention of William Penn. Penn ordered a highway built from the port of the Delaware River to the kiln. Named Limekiln Pike, and still in existence today, it was one of the first roads in the area. These lime deposits and the ore deposits also found in the area gave Oreland its name. Mining and farming would dominate Oreland's economy until the 20th century, when Oreland transformed into a residential suburb of Philadelphia, as it remains today.
The village of Oreland was not laid out until 1889 near the North Penn Railroad running along the east side of town (currently SEPTA's Lansdale/Doylestown Line). The Plymouth Railroad ran from Conshohocken to Oreland through Plymouth and Flourtown. The tracks were mostly removed in the 1980s. The path where the trains used to run begins northeast of the Oreland Station Apartments, next to Ehrenpfort Road, and runs southwest towards Flourtown. The actual tracks, which still connect to SEPTA's Lansdale/Doylestown Line, end near the corner of Montgomery Avenue and Lyster Road. The path continues all the way to Flourtown, although in the 1990s the path was cut at Oreland Mill Road by housing built on both sides. The remainder of the path today is used primarily by children, runners and bikers.