CBC Test
OVERVIEW
What is the Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test?
The Complete Blood Count (CBC) is a blood test that evaluates the cells that circulate in the blood. There are three types of cells present in the blood.
- Red Blood Cells
- White Blood Cells
- Platelets
Why is the Complete Blood Count Test done?
- To determine general health status.
- As part of a routine medical exam, when there are signs and symptoms that may be related to a condition that affects blood cells.
- To diagnose conditions that affect blood cells, such as anemia, infection, bleeding disorder or inflammation.
- To monitor treatment that can affect blood cells, like chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
Renal Function Tests (RFTs)
OVERVIEW
There are two kidneys on either side of the spine that are each approximately the size of a human fist. They are located posterior to the abdomen and below the rib cage.
The kidneys play several vital roles in maintaining health. One of their most important jobs is to filter waste materials from the blood and expel them from the body as urine. The kidneys also help control the levels of water and various essential minerals in the body. In addition, they are critical to the production of:
- Vitamin D
- Red Blood Cells
- Hormones that regulate blood pressure.
If your doctor thinks your kidneys may not be working properly, you may need kidney function tests. These are simple blood and urine tests that can identify problems with your kidneys.
Uric Acid
OVERVIEW:
What is Uric Acid?
Uric acid is a normal waste product that is made when the body breaks down chemicals called purines. Purines are substances found in your own cells and also in some foods. Most uric acid dissolves in the blood, then goes to the kidneys. From there, it leaves the body through the urine. If the body makes too much uric acid or doesn't release enough into the urine, it can build up inside the body leading to a variety of health conditions.
Why is the test done?
A uric acid test is most often used to:
- Help diagnose gout
- Help find the cause of frequent kidney stones
- Monitor the uric acid level of people undergoing certain cancer treatments. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can cause high levels of uric acid to go into the blood.
Cholesterol
Bilirubin Total, Conjugated, Unconjugated
ALT, AST
GGT
Alkaline Phosphate
Albumin and Total Protein
Hepatitis B and C
Sugar, fasting blood sugar and random blood sugar (RBS)
