Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
West Park, CA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
West Park, CA
Accredited Drug Testing in West Park, California provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our West Park, CA 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 Park, California and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the West Park, CA area are within minutes of your home or office.
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 2.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 2.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 2.0 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 2.5 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 2.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 2.7 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 3.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 3.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 3.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 4.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 4.2 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 4.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 4.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 4.7 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 5.0 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 5.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 5.6 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 5.9 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 6.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
12600 BEACH BLVD 6.0 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 6.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 6.3 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 6.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 6.7 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 6.9 miles
BREA, CA 92821
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 7.1 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
566 E LAMBERT RD 7.4 miles
BREA, CA 92821
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 7.5 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 7.5 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 7.5 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 7.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 7.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 7.8 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 8.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
5205 Lakewood Blvd 8.4 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 8.4 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 8.7 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 8.7 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 8.9 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 9.0 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 9.0 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
1301 N ROSE DR 9.0 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 9.3 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 9.4 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 9.4 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 9.6 miles
Orange, CA 92868
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 9.8 miles
Orange, CA 92868
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 9.9 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 9.9 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 10.0 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
1720 TERMINO AVE 10.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 10.1 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 10.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1045 N TUSTIN ST 10.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 10.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 10.5 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 10.5 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 10.6 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
8970 WARNER AVE 10.6 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 10.6 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
17487 HURLEY ST 10.8 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
18335 VALLEY BLVD 11.0 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 11.1 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 11.3 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
867 S TUSTIN ST 11.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 11.3 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 11.4 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
3430 GARFIELD AVE 11.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 11.5 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
3100 W WARNER AVE 11.7 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
9920 TALBERT AVE 11.7 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 11.7 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 11.8 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
2776 PACIFIC AVE 12.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
18561 BEACH BLVD 12.1 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 12.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
3401 S HARBOR BLVD 12.2 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
482 W WILLOW ST 12.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 12.3 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 12.3 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
18800 Main St Ste 111, 12.4 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
17542 17TH ST STE 330 12.4 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 12.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
18811 FLORIDA ST 12.4 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 12.5 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 12.5 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
100 N TUSTIN AVE 12.6 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1250 PACIFIC AVE 12.7 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 12.9 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 12.9 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 12.9 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 13.1 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
1619 E Edinger Ave 13.2 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 13.2 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 13.5 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
1534 E WARNER AVE 13.6 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 13.6 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
9122 ADAMS AVE 13.6 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 13.7 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
1241 E DYER RD STE 145 13.7 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 13.9 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 14.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
17232 RED HILL AVE 14.4 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
725 S ORANGE AVE 14.4 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 14.6 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
100 Oceangate, P245 14.7 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 14.7 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 14.9 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B 15.0 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
6529 SEVILLE AVE 15.0 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 15.4 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 15.4 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 15.4 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 15.4 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
2362 MORSE AVE 15.5 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
3002 DOW AVE STE 204 15.6 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
301 VICTORIA ST 15.7 miles
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 15.7 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 16.0 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
15401 S MAIN ST 16.0 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
16630 S BROADWAY ST 16.1 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
3851 S SOTO ST 16.1 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 16.1 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
11152 S MAIN ST 16.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 16.7 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
1149 W 190TH ST 16.8 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 16.8 miles
Covina, CA 91723
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 16.9 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1 17.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150 17.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 17.2 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 17.3 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 17.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 17.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 17.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
940 E MAIN ST 17.4 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
5862 AVALON BLVD 17.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 17.5 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
100 S RAYMOND AVE 17.5 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101, 17.7 miles
Irvine, CA 92604
6000 N IRWINDALE AVE STE A 18.0 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 18.1 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
56 E DUARTE RD 18.2 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 18.3 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 18.3 miles
Chino, CA 91710
1716 W HOLT AVE 18.4 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
124 N VIGNES ST 18.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
1350 W COVINA BLVD 18.5 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
6520 N IRWINDALE AVE STE 100 18.7 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 18.7 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 202 18.9 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
3320 S HILL ST 19.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
16200 SAND CANYON AVE 19.2 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 19.2 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
502 S GAREY AVE 19.2 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 19.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
823 N BROADWAY 19.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
15302 EL PRADO RD 19.4 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 19.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100 19.4 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
250 S GRAND AVE 19.7 miles
GLENDORA, CA 91741
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 19.7 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
929 GEORGIA ST 19.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 19.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 19.8 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
1300 W 7TH ST 19.8 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 19.9 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 19.9 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 20.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 20.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 20.2 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
3330 LOMITA BLVD 20.2 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 20.3 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 20.3 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 20.5 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 20.5 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 20.5 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 20.6 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 20.7 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 20.8 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 20.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 20.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 20.8 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
5475 WALNUT AVE 21.0 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
2231 S WESTERN AVE 21.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL 21.9 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 21.9 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 22.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
15751 Rockfield Blvd 22.7 miles
Irvine, CA 92618
920 N NASH ST 22.7 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 22.9 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
22741 LAMBERT ST 23.0 miles
LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
1300 N VERMONT AVE 23.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 23.2 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 23.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
801 S CHEVY CHASE DR 23.2 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91205
801 S Chevy Chase Dr Ste 50, 23.2 miles
Glendale, CA 91205
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 23.2 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
1700 E WALNUT AVE 23.3 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
24962 CALLE ARAGON 23.3 miles
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 23.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
754 N MOUNTAIN AVE 23.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91762
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 23.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8891 CENTRAL AVE 23.5 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 23.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 23.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 23.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 24.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 24.1 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 24.1 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 24.2 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
544 N GLENDALE AVE 24.3 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 24.3 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 24.3 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
110 N LA BREA AVE 24.4 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 24.5 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 24.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 24.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
432 W BROADWAY 24.5 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
2250 S. Main St # 105, 24.5 miles
Corona, CA 92882
61 ARGONAUT 24.7 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
118 W 9th St, 24.7 miles
Corona, CA 92882
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 24.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
800 S MAIN ST 24.8 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
221 E GLENOAKS BLVD STE 130 24.9 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91207
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 Park, CA 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 Park, California 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 Park, California
A blood test performed in West Park, CA 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 Park, California
Our laboratory testing locations in West Park, CA 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 Park, California 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 Park, California
Our local West Park, California 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: Menlo Park, California
Menlo Park is a city at the eastern edge of San Mateo County, in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, in the United States. It is bordered by San Francisco Bay on the north and east; East Palo Alto, Palo Alto, and Stanford to the south; Atherton, North Fair Oaks, and Redwood City to the west. Menlo Park is one of the most educated cities in the state of California and the United States; nearly 70% of residents over the age of 25 has earned a bachelor's degree or higher. Menlo Park had 32,026 inhabitants according to the 2010 United States Census, which had grown to an estimated 34,357 inhabitants by 2017. Menlo Park is the site of Facebook's main campus.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.4 square miles (45 km2), of which 9.8 square miles (25 km2) is land and 7.6 square miles (20 km2) is water. The total area is 43.79% water. Menlo Park is long and narrow on a northeast to southwest axis. The northeast portion borders the San Francisco Bay and includes the Dumbarton Bridge that connects Menlo Park to Fremont on the east side of the bay. The city shoreline includes the city's largest park, Bedwell Bayfront Park 160 acres (65 ha) and the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. San Francisquito Creek marks much of the southeast border of the city. West Menlo Park (not part of the city despite its name) along Alameda de las Pulgas nearly separates the southwestern part of the city (known as Sharon Heights) from the rest. The extreme southwest is clipped by Interstate 280.
The Bayshore Freeway (part of U.S. Route 101) traverses Menlo Park northwest to southeast near the shoreline and somewhat parallel to it to the southwest is El Camino Real. The intersection of El Camino Real and Santa Cruz Avenue is considered the heart of the city. Nearby, the Menlo Park Civic center is bounded by Ravenswood Avenue, Alma Street, Laurel Street and Burgess Drive. It contains the council offices, library, police station and Burgess Park which has various recreational facilities. Other major roads include Sand Hill Road in the Sharon Heights area.