<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> This test is used to detect bacterial pathogenic organisms in the stool;<br> It will aid in the diagnosis of typhoid fever, enteric fever, bacillary dysentery, and/or Salmonella infection.</p> <p>Indications for stool culture include one or several of the following symptoms; bloody diarrhea, fever, recent travel to a third world country with stool changes, and know exposure to a diarrheal illness or food borne illness.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Diagnosing gastrointestinal infection.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> First sample of day to be collected. No special preparation is necessary prior to stool sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Stool Culture - TC - 10108<br> Culture<br> Isolation and identification (at an additional charge) of Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter, and detection of enterohemorrhagic E coli (EHEC) Shiga toxin by EIA.</p> <p>If culture results warrant, susceptibility testing (additional charges/CPT code[s] may apply) may be performed.</p> <p>CPT coding for microbiology and virology procedures often cannot be determined before the culture is performed.</p> <p>Requests with only a written order and no test number indicated will be processed according to Default Testing for Routine Microbiology.</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> This sodium blood test measures sodium levels in the blood and evaluates whether those levels are within normal limits.&nbsp; This test is also used to help evaluate electrolyte balance and kidney function and to monitor chronic or acute hypernatremia or hyponatremia.</p> <p>Hypernatremia is an electrolyte imbalance where there is a high level of sodium in the blood. Hyponatremia is an electrolyte imbalance where there is a low level of sodium in the blood.</p> <p>Sodium is an important electrolyte and mineral that helps maintain the balance of water and electrolytes in the body.&nbsp; It is important for the function of nerves and muscles.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> For those who are experiencing symptoms such as dehydration or edema; For those who wish to monitor high or low blood pressure and other chronic conditions.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Sodium - TC -836</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> Hepatitis B is a STD that is caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV).</p> <p>Symptoms of Hepatitis B are:<br> <ul> <li>Appetite loss, </li> <li>Low-grade fever, <li>Muscle and joint aches,</li> <li>Nausea and vomiting,</li> <li>Yellow skin and dark urine due to jaundice.</li> </ul></p> <p>It can be transmitted through sexual intercourse, sharing needles, and from mother to child. The severity of the disease ranges from mild or acute symptoms to more long term and severe cases that can cause liver disease or liver cancer.</p> <p>The Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for those who have not been previously vaccinated. This test detects hepatitis B viral genetic material Can detect an active HBV infection Its primary use is to monitor antiviral therapy in patients with chronic HBV infections.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Monitoring Hep. B treatment, liver cancer.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), DNA, Quantitative, PCR - TC -8369</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> Hepatitis B is a STD that is caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV).</p> <p>Symptoms of Hepatitis B are:<br> <ul> <li>Appetite loss</li> <li>Low-grade fever</li> <li>Muscle and joint aches</li> <li>Nausea and vomiting</li> <li>Yellow skin and dark urine due to jaundice.</li> </ul> </p> <p>It can be transmitted through sexual intercourse, sharing needles, and from mother to child. The severity of the disease ranges from mild or acute symptoms to more long term and severe cases that can cause liver disease or liver cancer.</p> <p>The Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for those who have not been previously vaccinated. This test looks for IgM antibody to hepatitis B core antigen and is a reliable marker for acute hepatitis B infection.</p> <p>At times this is the only marker present in the diagnosis of hepatitis B viral infection. This test can also be used to detect previous exposure in an individual who has become immune compromised.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Those experiencing symptoms associated with the Hepatitis B Virus as listed above.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> No special preparation required prior to blood sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Hepatitis B Core Antibody, IgM - TC - 4848</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> This profile is designed by Dr. J. E. Williams, and contains advanced thyroid hormone tests aimed at those who have an awareness of thyroid problems including Hashimoto's or Grave's disease, or a range of other disorders including fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome. The thyroid gland is easily tipped out of balance, especially in women, which can be compounded by stress and environmental factors. Complete thyroid testing can help guide treatment options and determine if current thyroid hormone therapy is optimal.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Thyroid disease diagnosis and treatment monitoring.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> This is a fasting test; no food or beverages other than water for 12 hours before testing.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> <a href="/product/thyroxine-t4-total-blood-test">Total T4</a> - TC - 867<br> <a href="/product/thyroxine-t4-free-direct-serum-blood-test">T4, Free, Direct, Serum</a> - TC - 35167<br> <a href="/product/triiodothyronine-t3-total-blood-test">Total T3</a> - TC - 859<br> <a href="/product/tsh-blood-test">TSH</a> - TC - 899<br> <a href="/product/thyroid-peroxidase-tpo-antibodies-blood-test">Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) Antibodies</a> - TC - 5081<br> <a href="/product/triiodothyronine-free-t3-free-blood-test">Triiodothyronine (T3), Free, Serum (Free T3)</a> - TC - 34429<br> <a href="/product/reverse-t3-blood-test">Reverse T3</a> - TC - 90963</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> The Iodine 24 Hour Urine Test measures the amount of iodine excreted from the body. It monitors a person's exposure to iodine and evaluates for iodine deficiency disorders, excessive iodine intake or iodine in the workplace. Evaluating a urine collection over 24 hours is more accurate than a single urine test collection as iodine levels can fluctuate throughout the day.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Anyone who wants to check their iodine levels; Pregnant and nursing women; Follow-up to irregular results from thyroid tests such as TSH, T3, and T4)</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> Patients must urinate at 8 a.m. and discard the specimen, then collect all urine in a 24-hour period, ending with the final collection at 8 a.m. the next morning.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Iodine, 24-Hour Urine - TC - 16602</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around for Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> The comprehensive panel seeks to evaluate disorders that occur as the male body ages like diabetes, prostate cancer, cardiovascular disorders, vitamin D deficiency, etc. It quantifies multiple hormones, vitamins and metabolic products specific to men.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Family history of diabetes, cardiac disorders, early dsylipidaemia, hormonal disorders, vitamin D deficiency.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> Fasting for 12 hours is a must. Alcohol must be avoided for 24 hours prior to test.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> <a href="/product/dehydroepiandrosterone-sulfate-dhea-s-blood-test">Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)</a> - TC - 402<br> <a href="/product/insulin-like-growth-factor-i-igf-i-blood-test">Insulin-Like Growth Factor I (IGF-I)</a> - TC - 16293<br> <a href="/product/testosterone-free-and-total-blood-test">Testosterone, free and total</a> - TC - 36170<br> <a href="/product/vitamin-d-25-hydroxy-blood-test">Vitamin D (25-hydroxy-vitamin D)</a> - TC - 17306<br> <a href="/product/hemoglobin-a1c-blood-test">Hemoglobin A1c with Estimated Average Glucose</a> - TC - 16802<br> <a href="/product/estradiol-sensitive-blood-test">Estradiol, Sensitive</a> - TC - 30289<br> <a href="/product/insulin-free-and-total-blood-test">Insulin, Free and Total, Serum</a> - TC - 561<br> <a href="/product/prostate-specific-antigen-psa-blood-test">Prostate-specific Antigen (PSA)</a> - TC - 5363<br> <a href="/product/dihydrotestosterone-dht-blood-test">Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)</a> - TC - 90567</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use</strong><br> Insulin-like Growth Factor-binding Protein 3 (IGF-BP3) is a carrier protein for Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF) which is secreted from the liver in response to growth hormone (GH) thus IGF level depends on the level of GH. Evaluates the level of growth hormone which is secreted from the pituitary gland.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Short stature. Gigantism. Monitoring growth hormone treatment.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Insulin-like Growth Factor Binding Protein 3 (IGF-BP3) - TC - 34458</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>

<p><strong>Use:</strong><br> Bordetella pertussis is the causative organism for whooping cough disease. A real-time DNA PCR is the last step in confirmation of this infection which produces severe cough lasting almost 60-100 days.</p> <p><strong>Recommended For:</strong><br> Confirming diagnosis of whooping cough.</p> <p><strong>Special Notes:</strong><br> No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.</p> <p><strong>Tests Included:</strong><br> Bordetella pertussis - TC - 11365<br> Bordetella parapertussis, Real-time DNA PCR - TC - 11365</p> <p><strong>Estimated Turn Around For Results:</strong><br> 2-10 Business Days<br> <em>For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.</em></p>