What lab work do you need?
Your employer may have our wellness team coordinators assist with on-site biometric screenings and labs. These clinical assessments include measuring blood pressure, waist circumference, height, weight and BMI. The assessment also includes fasting labs to measure HDL and LDL cholesterol levels, glucose and triglycerides.
In addition to those labs that are included in the assessment, we offer optional labs at an additional cost to the employee.
Complete Blood Count - $25
Consider a complete blood count lab today if you:
- Have a family history of blood cancer, anemia or leukemia
- Suffer from frequent bruising, fevers or inflammation
- Are frequently cold, weak or fatigued
- Are interested in understanding your overall health
- Are interested in preventative lab work that may save you money at future appointments
Complete Metabolic Panel - $25
Consider a complete metabolic panel today if you:
- Have a family history of diabetes, liver disease or kidney disease
- Are interested in understanding your overall health
- Take current medications
Thyroid Function - $25
Consider this lab today if you:
- Have a family history of thyroid issues
- Are currently aware of thyroid issues and want to provide lab results to your physician
- Suffer from joint or muscle pain on a regular basis
- Notice sudden and mysterious weight gain
- Are frequently cold, weak or fatigued
- Have recently been pregnant
Blood Typing - $30
Consider a blood type lab today if you:
- Are curious about your blood type
- Would like to safely donate blood
- Are looking to keep a current health record with you at all times
Testosterone Levels - $30
Consider a testosterone lab today if you:
- Suffer from constant fatigue and low energy levels
- Have decreased muscle mass
- Notice increased amounts of hair loss
- Are suffering from depression and irritability
Vitamin D - $35
Consider a vitamin D lab today if you:
- Have a a loss of bone density, brittle nails, or thinning hair
- Suffer from frequent migraines
- Have weak and achy muscles
- Suffer from constant fatigue
- Have poor immune function
Helpful Tips for a Successful Blood Draw
The following are some helpful tips to follow so that you have a positive experience and a successful blood draw.
- Drinking eight to 10 glasses of water a day helps blood flow better and makes the veins more likely to stick up, so drink plenty of water for a day or two before your test.
- Taking a walk while waiting or on your way to the test can increase blood flow and keep the veins pumped up. Routinely doing hand and arm exercises also helps improve blood flow.
- Eating well the day before improves blood flow, making sure that you keep within any recommended fasting guidelines.
- If you're aware of certain spots or techniques that work better for drawing your blood, tell the health care professional who's taking blood
- Applying a moisturizer at least four times a day from the hand to the elbow can make the puncture less painful. Lotions work best when applied after the skin has just been wet; for example, after bathing, showering, swimming or washing dishes.
- Being warm increases your blood circulation, which makes it easier for the phlebotomist to find a vein. While you're waiting, you may want to leave your coat or sweater on and let your arm dangle down to increase the blood pressure in the veins.
- Talk or think about something pleasant while you wait and during the procedure to take your mind off your anxiety.
- If you are nervous or have a tendency to feel woozy or faint, tell the phlebotomist before you begin.
- If the phlebotomist does not succeed in reaching the vein, another phlebotomist may step in to complete the procedure. This keeps both the client and the phlebotomist from becoming flustered and should be seen as a reassuring step.
- If you experience swelling, bruising or pain, follow general first-aid procedures to relieve the pain, including putting ice on the site, using the affected arm as little as possible and taking an allowable pain killer.