{"id":15361,"date":"2018-09-25T16:38:45","date_gmt":"2018-09-25T16:38:45","guid":{"rendered":"https://medartslab.com/?p=15361"},"modified":"2018-11-29T21:07:46","modified_gmt":"2018-11-29T21:07:46","slug":"how-often-you-should-have-a-blood-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://medartslab.com/how-often-you-should-have-a-blood-exam/","title":{"rendered":"How Often You Should Have A Blood Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"
While most people are aware of blood exams, many still questions whether they should receive one \u2013 and if so, when? Even if you believe yourself to be in perfect health, a regular blood exam can reveal information that could require regular monitoring or lifestyle changes to prevent an emerging condition from becoming a medical crisis. Learn at what point these critical tests should become part of your annual physical examination, and which tests you can expect your doctor to order \u2013 even or request yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Blood tests are crucial for monitoring, prevention early detection and the diagnosis of a condition, illness or disease. They can also assist in determining the stage of some ailments, and our ability to treat and survive them. However, it is important to realize that blood test results are not a substitute for medical diagnosis. A physician should go over your results to explain any relevant concerns and treatment options \u2012 as well as answer any questions you may have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Although every doctor may have a preferred set of tests, there are several that every doctor will run. A common rule of thumb is to have an exam done with your annual physical. If your doctor does not offer a blood exam, you should request one. The following tests are typical:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you have yet to begin annual blood exams as a teenager, you should do so by the age of 20. At this point, your physician will run a standard chemistry panel and a CBC. As you age, there are several other tests that should be added. In early adulthood, this will include your potential for heart disease by testing your cholesterol and blood sugar levels. As you approach middle age, additional profiles will look at thyroid function, your risk of a heart attack or stroke, and other conditions. To learn specific information about which tests you should have performed, when, and why, read our blog post on <\/span>recommended annual blood exams<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n Medical Arts Laboratory<\/span><\/a> offers an extensive test menu at the most affordable prices. We are a state-of-the-art clinical lab \u2013 certified by CLIA, AHCA and AAB \u2013 which has been serving local Florida communities for 20 years.\u200b View our <\/span>full list of services<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>contact us <\/span><\/a>us today with any questions!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" While most people are aware of blood exams, many still questions whether they should receive one \u2013 and if so, when? Even if you believe yourself to be in perfect health, a regular blood exam can reveal information that could require regular monitoring or lifestyle…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":15366,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[81],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhy Is It Important To Get Tested?<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/b>When You Should Start Being Tested<\/b><\/h3>\n