RIGHT LAB
Useful Tests
Arthritis
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Arthritis Panel |
Composed of the following tests: Antinuclear Antibody (ANA), CRP, Rheumatoid Factor (RA), and Uric Acid |
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Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) |
ANA is present in patients with Lupus. It may also be present in other diseases resulting in pain in the joints, muscle or soft tissue in the body. |
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CRP |
C-Reactive Protein is a nonspecific test that indicates an inflammatory response in the body. |
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Rheumatoid Factor (RA) |
Rheumatoid Factor is useful in screening for rheumatoid arthritis. |
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Uric Acid |
Uric Acid is increased in gout. With this condition, urates form hard stones in the urinary tract, or may form deposits in the joints and tissues of the body causing pain. |
Heart
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Lipid Profile |
Composed of the following tests: Total cholesterol, Triglyceride, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and risk assessment. |
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Cholesterol |
High cholesterol is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Optimum values for cholesterol should be less than 200 mg/dl. |
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Triglycerides |
Triglycerides are considered to be an independent risk factor for atherosclerosis. Fasting for 10-12 hours is required for accurate test results. |
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HDL |
HDL is the "good" cholesterol. Optimum values for HDL should be greater than 40. |
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LDL (Direct) |
LDL is the "bad" cholesterol. Optimum values for LDL should be less than 100 |
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High Risk Artherosclerosis Panel |
Composed of the following tests: C-Reactive Protein (Highly Sensitive), Homocysteine, Lipoprotein (a), and Troponin. This panel is useful for individuals who are at risk for cardiovascular disease: smoke cigarettes, high blood pressure, diabetes, family history of heart disease, obesity (over weight), or have a low HDL. |
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C-Reactive Protein (Highly Sensitive) |
hs-CRP is a strong independent predictor of increased risk for subsequent development of stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular disease. |
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Homocysteine |
Elevated levels of homocysteine may place an individual at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease. |
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Lipoprotein (a) |
Lipoprotein (a) is a protein that contains LDL, the bad cholesterol. |
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Troponin |
Troponin is found in heart muscle and is a very specific test for heart attack. Increased levels have been found to predict an increased probability of cardiovascular injury occurring during the next few weeks to months |
Liver
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Liver Panel |
Composed of the following tests: Albumin, Bilirubin (Direct and Total), Alkaline Phosphatase, Total Protein, AST, ALT. |
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Hepatitis Screen |
The hepatitis screen tests for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and antibodies for Hepatitis C. |
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ALT |
ALT is found in the liver and is a good screening test for individuals who are taking medications that may affect their liver health. |
Diabetes
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Diabetes Screen |
Composed of the following tests: Glucose and Hemoglobin A1C |
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Diabetes Monitoring Panel |
Composed of the following tests: Glucose, Hemoglobin A1C, and Fructosamine |
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Glucose |
Glucose is the best screening test for diabetes and can reveal either a high or low blood sugar status. Food intake can influence the test results. Therefore, for optimum results, one should not eat 10-12 hours before the test. |
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Hemoglobin A1C |
Hemoglobin A1C (glycosylated hemoglobin) indicates a person's long-term (2-3 month) average glucose. This is a good test to monitor a diabetic's glucose management. |
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Fructosamine |
Fructosamine is similar to Hemoglobin A1C, but measures the average glucose over a shorter time period, 2-3 weeks. |
Anemia
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Anemia Screening Panel |
Composed of the following tests: CBC, Vitamin B12, Folate, Ferritin, Iron and Iron Binding Capacity |
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CBC |
Complete Blood Count - an absolute count of the cells that provide immunity and fight infection; cells that carry oxygen and hemoglobin (iron); cells that are involved in blood clot formation |
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Hemoglobin and Hematocrit |
Blood loss and/or anemia decrease the hemoglobin and hematocrit. Dehydration will elevate the hematocrit. |
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Iron and Total IronBinding Capacity |
Iron is required for normal red blood cell formation. This is a useful test for determining the cause of anemia. |
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Vitamin B12 |
A deficiency in Vitamin B12 may cause anemia or other illnesses. |
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Folate |
Folate is another "B" Vitamin; a deficiency in folate may cause anemia or neurological illnesses. |
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Ferritin |
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body. A low ferritin indicated iron deficiency, while a high ferritin suggests that too much iron is being stored. |
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Sickle Cell Screen |
One out of every 400 people of African decent has Sickle Cell Disease. This test screens for the presence of Hemoglobin S, which indicates sickle cell disease or sickle cell trait (normal hemoglobin also present). |
Infectious disease
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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HIV |
Detects the presence of antibodies to HIV-1. A consent form is required for testing in Florida. |
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STD Panel |
Composed of the following tests: RPR, HIV Antibody, Herpes Simplex Virus 1&2 (IgM). Herpes 1 is related to conditions such as fever blister and Herpes 2 is sexually transmitted. |
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RPR |
Nonspecific test for the presence of an antibody titer to syphilis. |
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Rubella |
Provides status of immunity to Rubella: reported as Immune or Non-Immune |
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Rubeola |
Provides status of immunity to Rubeola (measles): reported as Immune or Non-Immune |
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Mumps |
Detects the presence of antibodies to the Mumps virus. |
General health
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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General Health Panel |
Composed of the following tests: Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, CBC, Ferritin, Lipid Profile, and TSH. This panel gives an overall assessment of kidney, liver, thyroid, heart, and blood counts. |
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Men's Health Panel |
Composed of the General Health Panel and the following tests: Vitamin B12, Folate, PSA, Testosterone (total and unbound) |
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Women's Health Panel |
Composed of the General Health Panel and the following tests: Vitamin B12, Folate, Estradiol, FSH |
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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel |
Composed of the following tests: Albumin, Bilirubin, BUN, Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Chloride, Creatinine, Glucose, Alkaline Phosphatase, Potassium, Total Protein, AST, ALT, Sodium |
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Urinalysis |
Examination of the urine is useful to indicate a urinary tract infection or other metabolic condition |
Cancer
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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PSA |
PSA may be increased in cancer of the prostate, BHP, or prostatitis. |
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PSA, with PSA Free Percentage |
Includes a PSA test and a test for the unbound form of PSA. |
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Occult Blood |
This test detects the presence of blood in a stool specimen. The test is recognized as a screening test for colorectal cancer. |
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H. Pylori |
H. pylori is a bacteria that causes stomach ulcers. There is evidence that the presence of this bacteria is linked to gastric cancer |
Thyroid
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Individual Tests |
Description |
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Thyroid |
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) is useful in determining increased or decreased activity of the thyroid |