Laboratory Services | Hunt Regional Healthcare (2024)

Blood Type Test

This test, sometimes referred to as an ABO/Rh test, will tell you if your blood type is A+, A-, B+, B-, AB+, AB-, O+ or O-. This information is crucial for patients who need a blood transfusion so that doctors know which type of blood they can receive safely. The results will also determine if a pregnant woman is Rh positive or negative, impacting whether or not she is a candidate for an Rh immune globulin immunization.

Chemistry Profile

A chemistry profile, sometimes called a chemistry panel, is commonly recommended by primary care physicians as part of an annual wellness visit. This profile is designed to check the levels of several elements within your body (i.e., sodium, glucose, potassium, creatine, etc.). It gives your physician a solid snapshot of your overall health and wellness.

Complete Blood Count

Doctors can use a complete blood count (CBC) test to check your overall health; however, it can also be used to investigate the causes of tiredness/weakness or persistent bruising. Noticeable increases or decreases in your red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets may indicate a problem that needs to be investigated further.

Total Cholesterol Check

Total cholesterol includes a combined measure of “good cholesterol,” known as high-density lipoproteins (HDL), “bad cholesterol,” known as low-density lipoproteins (LDL), and very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL). High cholesterol levels can lead to a high risk of heart disease. Because any signs or symptoms do not typically accompany elevated levels, it is essential for adults to get their cholesterol routinely checked.

Lipid Screening

A lipid screening, or lipid profile, is similar to a cholesterol check but provides more information. In addition to determining the total cholesterol levels in your blood, it also includes your body’s level of triglycerides (fat found in the blood). This added measurement is important because a high level of triglycerides and a high level of LDL cholesterol may further increase your risk for heart disease.

High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein Test

When inflammation occurs, the body produces what’s called C-reactive protein (CRP). This means that by checking for CRP in the blood, doctors can determine if your body is inflamed. This measurement can help diagnose chronic inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and indicate an increased risk for heart disease.

Glucose Screening

Physicians may recommend a glucose screening to check the glucose sugar level in your blood. An elevated level of this sugar type is a potential indicator of diabetes and may lead to additional testing. This test can also be used to check for the onset of gestational diabetes in pregnant women.

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Screening

This test measures the level of PSA in the blood. Because elevated levels of PSA are linked to a higher risk for prostate cancer, this test may be recommended for men who are showing symptoms.

Sexually-Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening

We offer screening for three types of sexually transmitted infections: chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The screening process for chlamydia and gonorrhea is done through a urine sample. The syphilis screen is called a Rapid Plasmin Reagin and is done through a blood sample.

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Screening

This blood test detects thyroid gland problems. Your physician may recommend TSH screening to determine whether your thyroid gland is working correctly or to monitor your current thyroid therapy.

Vitamin D Screening

This test measures the vitamin D level in your blood, a vitamin that helps maintain bone and muscle health. Your doctor may recommend it if you have osteoporosis, have gone through menopause, have fragile bones (easily broken), or have low levels of calcium and/or phosphate.

Urine Tests