{"id":15312,"date":"2018-08-24T14:09:27","date_gmt":"2018-08-24T14:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https://medartslab.com/?p=15312"},"modified":"2018-08-24T15:05:38","modified_gmt":"2018-08-24T15:05:38","slug":"recommended-annual-blood-exams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://medartslab.com/recommended-annual-blood-exams/","title":{"rendered":"Recommended Annual Blood Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determining the status of your health can be difficult, but with today&#8217;s technology it has become easier and faster. One of the most efficient ways to test a variety of concerns in one procedure is through blood exams. They can quickly \u2012 and for the most part, reliably \u2013 evaluate and determine any indicators of an underlying health problem. It is so effective that running <a href=\"https://medartslab.com/services/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a series of blood exams<\/a> is recommended during your annual health checkup.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><br \/>\n<\/b><b>Why Blood Exams Are Important For Your Health<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is amazing what a blood checkup can accurately diagnose, or help prevent, with modern medical advances. Although a plethora of tests are available, a few are enough to get a glance at your overall health. Based on age, known risk factors, and genetic predispositions, your doctor can go on to recommend a specific set of tests. Being proactive, and acting based on the test results, are key to living a healthy life. Long before symptoms are present, they can detect diseases such as cancer, HIV or other life-threatening illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood tests should become a regular part of your checkup by the age of 20. Doctors will begin testing for early indicators of heart disease and diabetes. They can also diagnose common vitamin and mineral deficiencies. As you age, they will begin running additional tests. By your thirties, it will be for thyroid function. In your forties, a cardiac blood test to measure the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Lastly, a vitamin D deficiency test, in your fifties. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Most Important Blood Tests<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are <\/span><a href=\"https://requestatest.com/the-10-most-important-blood-tests-to-take-yearly-130601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">several blood tests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that should become a regular part of your annual checkup. Here are a few that your physician will most likely order:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-15325 alignright\" src=\"https://medartslab.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/blood-test-tube-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"blood test, blood exam, hemoglobin, fibrinogen, CBC, complete blood count, annual physical, annual exam\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/medartslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/blood-test-tube-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/medartslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/blood-test-tube-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/medartslab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/blood-test-tube.jpg 1000w, https://medartslab.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/blood-test-tube-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Chemistry Panel<\/strong> &#8211; A routine set of tests, used to determine a person&#8217;s overall health status, are known as a chemistry panel. This often includes a <\/span><a href=\"https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=167&contentid=basic_metabolic_panel_blood\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a <\/span><a href=\"https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=167&contentid=comprehensive_metabolic_panel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Combined, around 30 tests cover a broad range of information, including the function of your cardiovascular system, critical minerals levels and potential metabolic syndromes. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Complete Blood Count (CBC)<\/strong> &#8211; Used to detect <\/span><a href=\"https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/complete-blood-count/about/pac-20384919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hematological abnormalities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a CBC measures several components of your blood. The tests will reveal the quantity and features of your red and white blood cells, platelets and plasma. The results are used to diagnose common conditions such as infections, anemia and other disorders. If diagnosed, blood cells can be routinely checked to monitor the condition or the effectiveness of treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Fibrinogen<\/strong> &#8211; Tested to determine the risk of a stroke, heart attack and other inflammatory disorders, <\/span><a href=\"http://www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2006/5/report_blood/Page-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fibrinogen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> assists in blood clotting. If the results are high, your physician can recommend lifestyle and nutritional changes to help lower levels to a safe range.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Hemoglobin (HGB)<\/strong> &#8211; A protein found in your red blood cells, <\/span><a href=\"https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/high-hemoglobin-count/basics/causes/sym-20050862\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hemoglobin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> carries oxygen throughout your body. Most often, levels are low, and indicate a decreased red blood cell count, known as anemia. If levels are high, it means your body is compensating for low blood-oxygen. This can be caused by a variety of conditions, disorders or diseases, such as poor heart, lung or bone marrow function. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>After Your Blood Exam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have completed the ordered tests at a blood testing lab, you will have to wait for the results. Blood test results usually take around 24 hours, but vary depending on the tests. If your doctor has determined that the results are required faster, out of concern for an emergency, then STAT testing can be requested. Your physician will then review the results with you, and advise whether any actions should be taken.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https://medartslab.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Arts Laboratory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we pride ourselves on outstanding patient care. If you are new to, or are worried about having a blood draw performed, view our blog post about <\/span><a href=\"https://medartslab.com/what-to-expect-during-a-blood-exam/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to expect<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We offer a wide selection of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">testing services<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, at the most competitive prices. <\/span><a href=\"https://medartslab.com/contact-us/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more, or walk in today. We look forward to serving you!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Determining the status of your health can be difficult, but with today&#8217;s technology it has become easier and faster. One of the most efficient ways to test a variety of concerns in one procedure is through blood exams. 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