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What is a Basic Metablic Panel (BMP)
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What is a Basic Metablic Panel (BMP)

What is a BMP One of the most common test done at your doctor’s office is a BMP or a Basic Metabolic panel. The results can be confusing if you do not know what to focus on or what the symbols and letters stand for. Below is an example of a BMP result. We’ve listed names of electrolytes... Read More
Back to the basics: What is a CBC or a complete blood count?
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Back to the basics: What is a CBC or a complete blood count?

Interpreting basic lab results. One of the most common blood work you are likely to get in your lifetime is a CBC.  CBC stands for complete blood count. It is a ubiqituous test that looks at the health of your bone marrow, the factory where all blood cells are produced. A typical CBC result... Read More
COVID-19 and Co-morbidities
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COVID-19 and Co-morbidities

Numbers from the COVID-19 pandemic show those who have underlying health conditions are more likely to die from the virus. These underlying health conditions such as Diabetes , have no symptoms until the disease process is far in advance.  They remain hidden for a longtime chipping away at... Read More
Cardiovascular disease
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Cardiovascular disease

What is Cardiovascular disease? Cardiovascular disease is a catch all term that includes coronary artery disease leading to heart attacks, cerebrovascular disease causing TIAs or strokes, and peripheral vascular disease-causing poor blood supply to the extremities causing limb pain. It is the... Read More
The benefits of annual comprehensive lab test
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The benefits of annual comprehensive lab test

Getting an annual comprehensive lab test is crucial for several reasons: Early Detection of Health Issues: Regular lab tests can help detect potential health problems at an early stage, even before symptoms manifest. This allows for timely intervention and treatment, greatly improving the... Read More
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