July 3, 2012
Yes! With the exception of a few states, consumers can order their own lab tests. This process is sometimes referred to as Direct Access Testing (DAT) […]
July 9, 2012
Chlamydia is a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) that is easily detected with a laboratory test and is recommended as an annual test for those that are […]
July 14, 2012
An Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) blood test (also known as Westergreen Sedimentation Rate) is an important medical screening performed to detect inflammation in the body caused […]
July 21, 2012
It’s well documented that vitamin D is critical in bone remodeling but is also plays a key role in maintaining other aspects of overall health. Recent […]
August 1, 2012
If you have a child going to school you probably are receiving those lengthy health forms to complete prior to the start of the school year. […]
August 3, 2012
What is Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)? PSA is a substance produced by the prostate and released into a man’s blood. Healthy men usually have low amounts […]
August 4, 2012
What is a Cataract? A cataract is a clouding of the lens, typically from a buildup of protein, that can impair vision. Almost half of all […]
August 20, 2012
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease that causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and loss of function in the joints. The immune system mistakenly starts attacking healthy […]
August 28, 2012
Most of our bone mass is acquired during childhood and adolescence and is completely done forming by the age of 18. It is very important to […]
August 30, 2012
What is CRP? CRP is C-reactive protein, a protein found in the body that reacts to inflammatory response. Called a complement protein, CRP and other proteins […]
September 3, 2012
What is Testosterone? Testosterone is a sex hormone produced in males in the testes and in females in the ovaries. It’s the hormone responsible for male […]
September 8, 2012
What is VAP cholesterol? VAP cholesterol is a measurement of many levels of cholesterol and other fats, or lipids, present in the body. Vertical auto profile […]
September 18, 2012
People are ordering their own lab tests and it is increasingly popular with those that: Have high deductible insurance policies Are uninsured Want confidentiality so it […]
September 27, 2012
What is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small shaped gland that is located in the neck near the Adam’s apple. The gland has several functions […]
September 30, 2012
The liver is a very important organ as its job is to filter all the blood in your body. It continually filters toxins, drugs, wastes generated […]
October 9, 2012
What is Vitamin B12 and Folate? Vitamin B12 is a nutrient from food we eat that helps keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy. It […]
November 1, 2012
What is the Pancreas? The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the duodenum, the very first part of the small intestine. […]
November 12, 2012
It’s been proven that being overweight is a major risk factor for heart disease. A recent research study in Denmark studied the link between excess body […]
November 15, 2012
Women take the headlines when addressing age related bone loss, but men are subject to the threat of bone loss as well. It is estimated that […]
November 18, 2012
Many people are consuming white rice every day. Whether it be visiting Asian and Latino restaurants or adding it to home cooked meals, white rice use […]