Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
West Falls Church, VA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
West Falls Church, VA
Accredited Drug Testing in West Falls Church, Virginia provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our West Falls Church, VA 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 West Falls Church, Virginia and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the West Falls Church, VA area are within minutes of your home or office.
920 W BROAD ST STE B 0.1 miles
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 2.8 miles
Falls Church, VA 22044
8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 3.0 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 3.2 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 3.4 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 3.7 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 4.4 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
100 MAPLE AVE E 4.4 miles
VIENNA, VA 22180
6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 4.5 miles
Annandale, VA 22003
3301 WILSON BLVD 4.6 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 5.4 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
5501 BACKLICK RD 6.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 6.2 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5510 ALMA LN STE 200 6.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
4320 SEMINARY RD 6.3 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5130 DUKE ST STE 10 6.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 6.6 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
4527 DUKE ST 6.8 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
2440 M St NW Ste 414, 7.1 miles
Washington, DC 20037
6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 7.4 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
10560 MAIN ST 7.4 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
2029 K ST NW STE 301 7.5 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 7.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 7.6 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 7.7 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 7.7 miles
Washington, DC 20036
1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 7.7 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 7.8 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 7.9 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 8.4 miles
BETHESDA, MD 20814
911 U ST NW 8.8 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
PO BOX 59815 8.9 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
225 REINEKERS LN 8.9 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 9.1 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ 9.4 miles
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 9.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
11848 Robertson Farm Circle 9.6 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
7839 ROLLING RD STE A 10.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 10.5 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 10.7 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
920 VARNUM ST NE 10.8 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 10.9 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
106 Elden St Ste 18b, 11.1 miles
Herndon, VA 20170
7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 11.1 miles
Alexandria, VA 22306
12713 SHOPPES LN 11.1 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
208 ELDEN ST 11.3 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 11.3 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 11.5 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 12.1 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 12.4 miles
WHEATON, MD 20902
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 12.8 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108 13.8 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
5606 HOLTON LN 13.9 miles
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
1411 H SERVICE RD 14.0 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
6201 CENTREVILLE RD STE 200 14.1 miles
CENTREVILLE, VA 20121
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 14.4 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 14.4 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108 14.5 miles
STERLING, VA 20164
15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 14.6 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
45305 CATALINA CT STE 103 14.8 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 14.9 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
216 Locust St 15.1 miles
Occaquan, VA 22125
21525 RIDGETOP CIR STE 260 15.3 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
21036 TRIPLESEVEN RD 15.6 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
4200 PLEASANT VALLEY RD 15.7 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
2 Pidgeon Hill Dr Suite 120, 15.9 miles
Sterling, VA 20165
6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 16.6 miles
College Park, MD 20740
2 LYNDHURST CT 16.7 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
21785 Filigree Court, Suite 20, 16.9 miles
Ashburn, VA 20147
21785 FILIGREE CT 16.9 miles
ASHBURN, VA 20147
8694 CENTREVILLE RD 17.0 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 17.1 miles
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
10452 BALTIMORE AVE 17.1 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
8773 MATHIS AVE 17.1 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
24801 PINEBROOK RD ATTN LAB 17.2 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20152
8945 N WESTLAND DR 17.3 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 17.3 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100 17.3 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22192
12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103 17.4 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
7933 BELLE POINT DR 17.5 miles
GREENBELT, MD 20770
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 17.7 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
4729 SELLMAN RD 17.7 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 17.9 miles
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 18.0 miles
CLINTON, MD 20735
9003 CHURCH ST 18.1 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 18.1 miles
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
8685 Sudley Rd, 18.3 miles
Manassas, VA 20110
803 RUSSELL AVE 18.3 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
8714 SUDLEY RD 18.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8640 SUDLEY RD STE 203 18.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8609 SUDLEY RD STE 104 18.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101 18.4 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
13823 OUTLET DR 18.4 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
2080 Daniel Stuart Square, 18.4 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22191
3510 HEIDI LN 18.9 miles
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR 19.0 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22191
4158 DALE BLVD 19.0 miles
DALE CITY, VA 22193
4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 19.1 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 19.2 miles
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
14142 MINNIEVILLE RD MINNIEVILLE PLAZE SUITE 204 19.3 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193
18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 19.4 miles
OLNEY, MD 20832
Onsite only 19.5 miles
Ashburn, VA 20148
11947 WINGED FOOT CT 19.9 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
10117 PALAMAR DR 20.0 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 20.1 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
3676 Alpen Greenway 20.2 miles
Burtonsville, MD 20866
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 20.3 miles
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 20.3 miles
LARGO, MD 20774
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 20.4 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 20.4 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 21.2 miles
Germantown, MD 20876
12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 21.2 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 21.5 miles
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
3990 FETTLER PARK DR 21.9 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
Onsite Only 22.1 miles
Largo, MD 20774
P. O. BOX 376 22.6 miles
LAUREL, MD 20725
17017 DUMFRIES RD 22.7 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 23.2 miles
WALDORF, MD 20601
8768 SUSINI DR 23.4 miles
LAUREL, MD 20723
3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 23.9 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
3928 LANSING CT 23.9 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 23.9 miles
Waldorf, MD 20602
17932 FRALEY BLVD STE 405 24.0 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 24.4 miles
BOWIE, MD 20716
14370 Lee Highway, Suite 101 24.4 miles
Gainesville, VA 20155
7588 GARDNER PARK DR 24.4 miles
GAINESVILLE, VA 20155
6950 PIEDMONT CENTER PLZ 24.4 miles
GAINESVILLE, VA 20155
952 EDWARDS FERRY RD NE 24.5 miles
LEESBURG, VA 20176
12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 24.7 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
3070 HEATHCOTE RD 25.0 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in West Falls Church, VA 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 West Falls Church, Virginia 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 West Falls Church, Virginia
A blood test performed in West Falls Church, VA 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 West Falls Church, Virginia
Our laboratory testing locations in West Falls Church, VA 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 West Falls Church, Virginia 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 West Falls Church, Virginia
Our local West Falls Church, Virginia 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: West Falls Church, Virginia
West Falls Church is a census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. The population was 29,207 at the 2010 census. Before 2010, West Falls Church was officially named Jefferson. Outside of the Jefferson Village neighborhood, "Jefferson" generally is not used locally to refer to the area bounding Falls Church city to the south and southwest that comprises the CDP. Likewise, "West Falls Church" is rarely used to describe the area but is usually applied to areas west of Falls Church city or near West Falls Church Metro station. The bulk of it is made of subdivisions built in the 1940s and early 1950s, including Jefferson Village, Westlawn, Hillwood, Sleepy Hollow, Woodley, Raymondale and Broyhill Park.
Following the American Civil War, local blacks established prosperous communities in an area then called South Falls Church, along Tinner's Hill and elsewhere. In 1887, white Falls Church residents successfully gerrymandered heavily black South Falls Church out of the town limits and shrank the area of the town by one third. It is speculated that the reason for the shrinking of the town limits was a fear of black power to swing local elections. This was never reversed, and caused the boundary of the future City of Falls Church to follow South Washington Street. The name South Falls Church subsequently fell out of use.
Before 2010, the West Falls Church CDP was officially named Jefferson but that name was rarely used for the area. As the CDP does not lie to the immediate west of Falls Church city, "West Falls Church" is also an uncommon designation for the area and more often refers to the area around West Falls Church station several miles away in the Idylwood CDP.