Lab Tests - Blood Draws

Laboratory Test (Blood Draws)

PATIENT AUTHORIZED DIRECT ACCESS TESTING.

Direct Access Testing allows patients to be involved directly in their health care and collaborate with their physician while enjoying cost savings and convenience. We are your convenient, local resource for ordering laboratory tests.


WHY SHOULD I ORDER MY OWN BLOOD TESTS?

  • Knowing your test results enables you to work with your doctor and Schwieterman Pharmacies to avoid health problems and choose the best health practices for you.


  • This convenient service can reduce doctor visits and provide you a significant discount.


HOW IT WORKS

  • You can request the testing by calling your Schwieterman Pharmacies.


  • Service is by appointment only, at any of our 5 locations.


  • Results are mailed to you allowing you to consult with your physician as needed.

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  • Basic Metabolic Panel

    Provides information about the current status of kidneys, blood sugar, and electrolytes. The panel includes glucose, bun, creatinine, sodium, potassium, chloride, CO2, and calcium.

  • Blood Type (ABO/Rh)

    Determines ABO blood type and Rh status (+ or - for the presence of the Rh factor).

  • Calcium

    Blood testing screens for, diagnoses, and monitors conditions of the bones, heart, nerves, kidneys, and teeth.

  • CBC (Complete Blood Count)

    Is a broad screening test to check for anemia, infection, and many other diseases. The test includes white and red blood cell counts, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelets, and white blood cell differential.

  • Cholesterol

    Measures cholesterol in the blood and is useful in estimating a person’s risk of developing heart disease.

  • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel

    Provides information about the current status of kidneys, liver, electrolytes, blood sugar and certain blood proteins and enzymes. The panel includes glucose, bun, creatinine, sodium, potassium, chloride, CO2, calcium, total bilirubin, total protein, albumin, alkaline phosphatase, SGOT/AST, and SGPT/ALT.

  • DHEA-Sulfate Estradiol

    Measurement checks how well your ovaries, placenta, or adrenal glands work. It also monitor's how hormone therapy is working for women in menopause, or how a woman is responding to fertility treatment.

  • Ferritin

    Is a blood cell protein that contains iron. A ferritin test helps indicate how much iron your body is storing.

  • Glucose

    Determines the amount of glucose (or sugar) in the blood. The amount of glucose in the blood will vary throughout the day based on when and what you eat and physical activity. A four hour fast is recommended.

  • Hemoglobin A1C

    Reflects the average blood glucose level in the blood over 6-8 weeks prior to testing. It is not dependent on a fasting state. It is used to help monitor individuals with diabetes to determine long-term control.

  • Hepatitis C AB

    Is a blood test that looks for the genetic material (RNA) of the virus that causes hepatitis or for the proteins (antibodies) the body makes against HCV. These proteins will be present in your blood if you have hepatitis C infection now or have had one in the past.

  • Kidney Panel

    Includes a number of blood tests that are specific to illnesses or diseases affecting the kidneys. The panel includes glucose, bun, creatinine, sodium, potassium, chloride, CO2, calcium, albumin, inorganic phosphorus, anion gap, GFR estimate.

  • Lipid Panel

    Determines total cholesterol, the amount of”high density lipoprotein” (good cholesterol),"low density lipoprotein”(bad cholesterol), and triglyceride level. A 12-14 hour fast is recommended.

  • Liver Panel

    Measures enzymes, proteins, and substances that are produced or excreted by the liver and are affected by liver injury. Some are released by damaged liver cells and some reflect a decrease in the livers ability to perform one or more of its functions. The panel includes total bilirubin, direct and indirect bilirubin, total protein, albumin, alkaline phosphatase, SGOT/AST, and SGPT/ALT.

  • Magnesium

    Is an important electrolyte needed for proper muscle, nerve, and enzyme function.

  • Progesterone

    Measurement may help find the cause of infertility, monitor the success of progesterone treatment, indicate whether ovulation is occurring, assess miscarriage risk, monitor the function of the ovaries and placenta during pregnancy, and help diagnose adrenal gland problems.

  • PSA

    Is a test used to help screen for prostate cancer. Note: Up to 25% of prostate cancers will be missed if this blood test is done alone.

  • Testosterone

    Is present in the blood of males and females. Testosterone testing helps evaluate: delayed or precocious (early) puberty in boys, decreased sex drive or infertility in men and women, erectile dysfunction in men, hypothalamus or pituitary disorders, hirsutism in girls and women.

  • Thyroid Profile

    Is used to evaluate thyroid gland function and thyroid disorders. The panel includes TSH and free T4.

  • Vitamin B12 / Folate

    Are separate tests often used in conjunction to detect deficiencies and to help diagnose the cause of certain anemias, such as pernicious anemia, an autoimmune disease that affects the absorption of B12.

  • Vitamin D (25-hydroxy test)

    Is the most accurate way to measure the amount of Vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of some cancers, immune system disorders and cardiovascular disease.

  • Other Tests

    May be available. Call to ask about other specific lab tests you need.

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