Blood Testing Clinic in Bradenton, FL

Blood tests are primarily used for preventive medicine and diagnosis of disease. They provide your doctor with useful information on the way your organs function and can show any signs or markers of health conditions. If you are at an increased risk for developing a chronic condition or illness, blood testing is an essential health care service. Talk to your doctor at PrimeHealth Primary Care about what a blood test can do for you.

The most common diseases diagnosed by testing blood include the following:
 
• Cancer
Blood testing can show markers of cancer cells’ genetic material. Although there are special blood tests for cancer, even routine blood work can display elevated levels of platelets.
 
• Anemia
A complete blood count provides your primary care physician with information on hemoglobin and hematocrit levels. Low hemoglobin levels can indicate a condition called anemia. People with anemia may feel fatigued and weak due to low levels of iron.
 
• Coronary Heart Disease
A protein in the heart muscle called troponin T can help your doctor diagnose coronary heart disease, heart attacks, and other heart diseases. This type of blood test can also let your physician know if you are at risk of developing a heart condition.
 
• Diabetes
Your average blood glucose levels over the past three months can be tested with an A1C blood test. Blood testing is one of the most common testing services for type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
 
• HIV
Human immunodeficiency virus attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrome. HIV antibodies and antigens can be detected using a blood test.

• Complete Blood Count
Complete blood count tests are one of the most common blood tests performed. CBC tests provide information about multiple components of red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells. They can be used to diagnose infections, immune system disorders, clotting problems, blood cancer, anemia, and nutritional deficiencies.
 
• Basic Metabolic Panel
A basic metabolic panel can show signs of hormonal imbalances, diabetes, and kidney disease. This type of blood test requires fasting for at least 8 hours before your blood is taken.
 
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
A comprehensive metabolic panel provides information on the proteins and substances needed in order for the liver to function effectively.
 
• Lipid Panel
Lipid panels test your high-density lipoprotein and low-density lipoprotein. These lipoproteins, otherwise known as cholesterols, can help your doctor assess your risk of heart disease.
 
• Sexually Transmitted Infection Tests
Sexually transmitted infections such as HIV, syphilis, herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea can be diagnosed through blood testing.
 
• Coagulation Panel
Results of a coagulation panel can indicate liver conditions, leukemia, hemophilia, thrombosis, and vitamin K deficiencies.
 
• DHEA-Sulfate Serum Test
High levels of the dehydroepiandrosterone hormone can indicate tumors on the adrenal gland, polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian tumors, and congenital adrenal hyperplasia. On the other hand, low levels of the dehydroepiandrosterone hormone can indicate hypopituitarism, adrenal dysfunction, and Addison’s disease.
 
Other blood tests include a thyroid panel, cardiac biomarkers, and a C-reactive protein test.

Your doctor will likely test your blood at least once a year as a part of your comprehensive annual physical. If you are at risk of developing a condition, you may need to get a blood test more frequently. During your next physical, discuss with your primary care physician about blood testing.
 
If you have any additional questions about PrimeHealth Primary Care’s blood testing clinic, please feel free to contact our reception. Our highly experienced primary care physicians are dedicated to giving you the best blood testing services in Bradenton, FL. We are conveniently located at 3014 53rd Ave East, Bradenton, FL 34203. Schedule an appointment with one of our physicians by calling during our business hours or by requesting one online. We serve patients from Bradenton FL, Ellenton FL, Palmetto FL, Rubonia FL, Foxleigh FL, and West Samoset FL. We look forward to serving you!