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Lab tests are crucial diagnostic tools that help healthcare professionals assess a patient’s health, diagnose conditions, monitor disease progression, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments. They involve analyzing samples, such as blood, urine, or tissue, in a laboratory setting. Here's an overview of various types of lab tests, their purposes, and considerations for patients.

Types of Lab Tests:

Blood Tests:

• Complete Blood Count (CBC): Assesses overall health and detects a variety of disorders, such as anemia, infection, and leukemia.
• Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP): Measures glucose, calcium, and electrolytes to evaluate kidney function, blood sugar levels, and overall metabolic state.
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP): Includes BMP plus liver function tests to provide a broader overview of metabolism and organ function.
• Lipid Panel: Measures cholesterol levels and triglycerides to assess heart disease risk.
• Thyroid Function Tests: Evaluate thyroid hormone levels to diagnose disorders like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

Urine Tests:

• Urinalysis: Provides information on kidney function, hydration status, and detects infections or metabolic disorders.
• 24-Hour Urine Collection: Measures substances in urine over a full day to assess kidney function and diagnose conditions like kidney stones.

Microbiological Tests:

• Culture and Sensitivity Tests: Identify bacteria or fungi in samples (e.g., blood, urine, or sputum) and determine their sensitivity to antibiotics.
• Rapid Strep Test: Detects Group A Streptococcus bacteria in throat swabs to diagnose strep throat.

Imaging Tests:

• X-Rays: Help visualize bones and certain tissues to diagnose fractures, infections, or tumors.
• CT Scans: Provide cross-sectional images for a detailed view of internal organs.
• MRI: Uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and soft tissues.

Biopsy:

• Involves taking a small sample of tissue from the body to examine for diseases, such as cancer.