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		<title>Cardiovascular Problems Identified by Lipid Profile Blood Tests</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cholesterol Tests]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The lipid profile blood test is used as a way of assessing your risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). It can also be used as a way of monitoring treatment for CVD. According to Adult Treatment Panel (ATP) III guidelines, which are derived from large clinical studies like Framingham Heart Study, it is generally recommended that adults be tested every five years. When used a way of monitoring treatment for CVD, the test should be performed on a regular basis as directed by your physician. Your doctor may also recommend this if your initial test indicates that you are at a greater risk for developing CVD. Regular lipid testing will help your doctor know whether or not your cholesterol meds (e.g. statins) are working properly. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics and NHLBI children should get a lipid profile blood test once between the ages of 9-11 and again between 17-21. These screenings help your child’s pediatrician detect genetic problems such as hypercholesterolemia and other severe abnormalities in cholesterol levels. When used in this manner, the lipid profile blood test can literally save your child’s life by identifying life threatening illnesses long before any symptoms manifest. The lipid profile blood [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Kidney Function Panel Testing</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:21:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ghughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kidney Function]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Time for a Kidney Function Panel Testing? The Kidney Function Panel is a group of blood tests, which are conducted to identify if there are any problems of the kidney. The results of this group of tests provide an evaluation of the health of the kidney – whether it’s functioning accurately and how much is it at risk to be susceptible to a kidney related disease. The kidney function panel checks the following – Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Phosphorus, Calcium, Creatinine, Carbon Dioxide, BUN, BUN:Creatinine ratio and Albumin. Kidney Function testing for $30 &#124; Results in 24 hours by ordering Online lab testing LabTestportal.com. Call us at 1-800-574-2278 A Kidney function panel is ordered by a doctor if he or she suspects that there is some kidney disease and the condition needs to be assessed. It is important to order the kidney function panel for people with an alcohol addiction, individuals ailing from diabetes, kidney failure or some with an infection of the urinary tract -UTI. Since the kidney function panel checks the functioning and general well-being of the entire kidney, many experts and medical examiners suggest the Kidney function panel as a primary part of the annual/general physical check-up too. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Lactate Dehydrogenase Testing Detects Cancer And A Number Of Other Illnesses</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:13:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cancer Blood Tests]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ldh blood test]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your body is important which is why it is so crucial to keep it healthy. An LDH lab test is a blood test that checks for any damage to the tissues of the major organs in your body. It is also a test commonly used for melanoma patients, to help determine if the melanoma has metastasized. Having certain tests such as the LDH tests can help with the early detection of illnesses, allowing you to treat them before they get out of hand. Regular blood work tests from LabTestPortal.com can help you stay on top of your overall health condition easily, conveniently and affordably. The LDH test is a simple procedure and involves having one of our skilled and professional lab technicians draw a small amount of blood from your vein, finger, toe, ear lobe or heel. Once your blood has been drawn it is rapidly spun in a machine called a centrifuge which separates all the liquid (serum) from the blood cells. The serum that is left over is what is used for the LDH test. Normal levels will vary depending on your age, sex and the testing methods used by the specific lab that performed your test. Prior [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Importance of Venous Blood Gas Values and Symptoms of Imbalance</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:59:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tiffany</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it is necessary to measure the acid/base status and oxygenation of your blood, a venous blood gas test is in order. Your doctor may request this if you have been exhibiting such symptoms as shortness of breath, problems breathing, vomiting, or nausea.  Any of these may indicate an imbalance in your acid/base levels. Sometimes venous blood gases are measured in combination with electrolyte, glucose, creatinine, and/or BUN tests to measure electrolyte levels and/or glucose levels, or to evaluate the functioning of your kidneys.  Venous blood gas tests may be ordered on an ongoing basis as a tool to measure whether or not therapies, such as supplemental oxygen therapy (aka: ventilation), are effective. This is especially true if you have experienced symptoms of respiratory distress, or if you are suffering from kidney disease or any metabolic or respiratory disorder. Your doctor may recommend venous blood gas measurements if you have had an injury that could affect your ability to breathe freely. For example, if you have had a head and/or neck injury, your doctor would be very likely to request a venous blood gas test. Other conditions that might affect breathing include extended anaesthesia. For this reason, if you are [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Renal Function Panel and It’s Importance</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:28:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kidney Function]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Renal Function panel can be the right tool to get an overall assesment of your renal function. The kidneys are pivotal for the body&#8217;s natural filtration system. They induce performances of many important bodily functions. They are integral for eliminating metabolic waste products from our body and also play an integral role in regulating the water balance and maintain the acidity and alkalinity levels in the body. In simple words the Renal Function Panel are those blood tests that give a thorough analysis of the kidneys. The assessment results of the Renal Function Panel testify a 360 degree evaluation of the well being and health status of the kidneys. The primary function for ordering the renal panel is to check for: a) Sodium content b) Calcium availability c) Chlorides present d)Levels of Creatinine e) Carbon Dioxide and BUN, Albumin , Glucose and Potassium presence. So primarily, A Renal Function Panel can be requested by your GP if he suspects malfunctioning of the kidney, any kidney related disease or as a generic assessment test for further diagnosis. The test is quite simple, with blood drawn from the vein, by a lab technician. If you are someone who is inflicted with [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Carboxyhemoglobin Blood Testing Could Save Your Life</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 03:45:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blood Tests]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[carboxyhemoglobin]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Carbon monoxide poisoning is a silent killer. It has no odor and is produced by fuel-fed appliances such as your gas dryer and furnace. Carbon monoxide is also produced by your vehicle and comes out of the exhaust pipe, this is why it is important to never leave your car running while it is in the garage. When a carbon monoxide leak occurs the results can be harmful to your health and even result in death. Carbon monoxide poisoning affects about 40,000 people in the United States every year, and the CDC reports that roughly 500 people die from unintentional exposure to the gas. So how do you know if you are being exposed, and how much carbon monoxide is in your system? If you are exhibiting other symptoms or report that you are frequently exposed to sources of carbon monoxide, your doctor will probably order a carboxyhemoglobin blood test. Alternately, if you believe you are at high risk, you can order your own affordable, convenient test or series of tests from us at LabTestPortal.com. Why is the carboxyhemoglobin test important? Since carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and tasteless it can be difficult to tell if you are being exposed [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Renal Function Test</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:56:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kidney Function]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Kidney Function Panel and the Renal Function Panel are in fact, one in the same. The renal function panel test is to determine how well your kidneys are working and if they are performing as they should. A Renal Function Panel can detect any problems, allowing you to treat them as necessary. The kidneys are a part of the body’s renal system, and play a vital role in keeping you alive, healthy and balanced. Unhealthy kidneys can cause a plethora of problems, including death. Making sure your kidneys are in proper working order is important to live a long and healthy life. The kidney’s purpose is to remove waste products from your blood, and regulate the fluid levels in your body. Blood that contains waste products is pumped into the kidneys, where excess water and waste are filtered out of the blood stream and sent back into your body and to your bladder. Blood tests can reveal much about how your kidneys are functioning. Renal Function Panels give a detailed look into what exactly is going right or wrong with your kidneys. The earlier you detect something is wrong, the better the chance you have of fixing it The [...]]]></description>
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		<title>RPR Test For Syphilis</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2012 02:35:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tiffany</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[STD Tests]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The RPR (rapid plasma reagin) is a common screening test for the venereal disease known as syphilis. This test is used to locate antibodies commonly found in the blood of those who are infected with the disease. Although the RPR test is most often used to diagnose syphilis, it is also used as a screening method for people who exhibit symptoms of other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Additionally, it is routinely made use of as a screening tool to be certain that pregnant women are not infected with the disease. Furthermore, there are still quite a few states in the US that require syphilis screening in order to obtain a marriage license. It’s easy to see that the affordable syphilis test offered here at LabTestPortal.com could be helpful to people in a number of different circumstances. Syphilis is commonly thought of as a disease that is transmitted between sexual partners, and of course this is true. There were 48,298 new cases reported in 2010 by the CDC. It is most prevalent in men ages 35-39 and young women ages 20-24; however, those highest at risk are men who have sexual contact with other men. Syphilis is highly treatable if caught [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Kidney Function Blood Tests</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 02:32:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tiffany</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kidney Function]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[blood urea nitrogen]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your liver and kidneys are organs are just as important as your heart and brain, which is why it is so important to take good care of them and partake of regular blood tests to monitor their function. Having them regularly tested as you get older, or if you have certain risk factors, is crucial in order to keep your body healthy. Simple kidney function blood tests and liver function blood tests can check the condition of these organs, and alert you to any problems that might be stirring inside you. So what exactly do the liver and kidneys do that make them so important? They work together to eliminate toxins from building up in your body. The liver also converts nutrients in the body into energy, and stores proteins and carbohydrates. When red blood cells break down in your body, they create a byproduct called bilirubin. Liver function blood tests check your bilirubin levels, and if it is found that you have a buildup of this byproduct in your system, it can mean there is a problem with your liver. This is because your liver works hard at eliminating bilirubin from your bloodstream. Along with checking bilirubin levels, blood [...]]]></description>
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		<title>PSA Blood Testing – Prostate Specific Antigen</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:57:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Hughs</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Each year there are an estimated 230,000 new cases of prostate cancer, and 30,000 deaths from the disease. Prostate cancer usually strikes men who are age 50 and older, but it is sometimes seen in younger men. If you are a 50 year old man, you an expect your doctor to begin testing you for prostate cancer with psa blood testing. If you are at a higher risk due to a father or brother having prostate cancer or you are obese, you should begin getting regularly checked out around age 40. Prostate cancer tends to develop slowly and is highly treatable as long as it is caught early. Once the cancer metastasizes or moves to the lymph nodes or bones it is much harder to treat and recover from. This is why it is so important to have yourself tested. When you take advantage of affordable, convenient online blood testing from LabTestPortal.com, it easy to get the prostate-specific antigen testing you need on a regular basis. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein that is produced by the cells in the prostate gland. The psa blood test we offer at LabTestPortal.com measures the amount of this protein in the blood. When [...]]]></description>
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