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Determines if bone weakness, bone
malformation, or abnormal metabolism of calcium
is occuring as a result of a deficiency or excess of
vitamin D.
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The CRP serves as a general marker for infection
and inflammation, alerting your doctor that further
testing and treatment may be necessary.
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Complete Blood Count
(CBC)
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A complete blood count provides important
information about the kinds and numbers of cells
in the blood, especially red blood cells, white
blood cells, and platelets. A CBC helps your
health professional evaluate symptoms (such as
weakness, fatigue, or bruising) and diagnose
conditions (such as anemia, infection, and many
other disorders.)
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Comprehensive
Metabolic Profile (CMP)
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The CMP is used as a broad screening tool to
evaluate organ function and check for conditions
such as diabetes, liver disease, and kidney
disease. The CMP may also be ordered to
monitor known conditions, such as hypertension,
and to monitor patients taking specific
medications for any kidney- or liver-related side
effects.
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Erythrocyte
Sedimentation Rate
(ESR)
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The ESR is an easy, nonspecific test that has
been used for many years to help diagnose
conditions associated with acute and chronic
inflammation including infections, cancers, and
autoimmune diseases.
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The GHP3 includes results from the Complete
Blood Count (CBC), Lipid, Thyroid Stimulating
Hormone (TSH) and the Comprehensive
Metabolic Profile (CMP).
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The A1C test is used primarily to monitor the
glucose control of diabetics over time. The goal
of those with diabetes is to keep their blood
glucose levels as close to normal as possible.
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The Hep B Core Ab IgM positivity indicates recent
infection with Hepatitis B virus, usually within the
last 6 months. Its presence indicates acute
infection.
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Hepatitis B
Surface Antigen
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The Hep B Surface Antigen is a serologic marker
on the surface of Hepatitis B virus. It can be
detected in high levels in serum during acute or
chronic hepatitis. The presense of HBsAg
indicates that the person is infectious.
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The Hepatitis C AB IgG is a screening test for
hepatitis C. Positivity indicates that antibodies to
Hepatitis C virus were detected in the blood.
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Herpes Simplex Virus
(HSV)
Types 1 & 2 IgG
and IgM Antibody
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The presence of HSV-1 or HSV-2 IgG antibodies
indicates a previous infection.
The presence of HSV-1 or HSV-2 IgM antibodies
indicates an active or recent infection.
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A liver (hepatic) function panel is a blood test
used to evaluate how the liver is working. High or
low levels may mean that liver damage or disease
is present.
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Confirms the presence of adequate protection
against the Measles virus. Can also be used to
detect a recent or past infection.
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Confirms the presence of adequate protection
against the Mumps virus. Can also be used to
detect a recent or past infection.
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Prostate Specific
Antigen (PSA)
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PSA is a substance produced by the prostate
gland. Elevated PSA levels may indicate prostate
cancer or a non-cancerous condition such as
prostatitis or an enlarged prostate.
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Pro-Time is a blood test that measures how long
it takes the blood to clot. A pro-time (pro-thrombin
time) test can be used to screen for bleeding
abnormalities. PT is also used to monitor
treatment with medication that prevents the
formation of blood clots.
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This is an innovative blood test that measures the
cell-mediated immune response of TB-infected
individuals. The test has several advantages
over a TB skin test. The test only requires one
visit. The results are unaffected by BCG
vaccination. The results are unaffected by most
environmental non-tuberculosis mycobacterium.
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Confirms the presence of adequate protection
against the Rubella virus. Can also be used to
detect a recent or past infection.
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A T3 test helps to determine whether the thyroid
is functioning properly, and also monitors the
progress of a patient with a known thyroid
disorder.
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The T4 test helps evaluate thyroid gland function
and helps diagnose hypothyroidism or
hyperthyroidism.
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Thyroid Stimulating
Horomone
(TSH)
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The TSH blood test is used to check for thyroid
gland problems. TSH is produced when the
hypothalamus releases a substance called
thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH). TRH then
triggers the pituitary gland to release TSH.
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Confirms the presence of adequate protection
against the Varicella (Chickenpox) virus. Can
also be used to detect a recent or past infection.
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