Blood tests and meanings

Liver Panel

AST, ALT, ALP, Albumin, Total bilirubin, indirect and direct bilirubin used to assess liver function and establish the possible presence of liver tumors

Hepatic Panel

Bilirubin, albumin, ALP, GGT, AST, ALT, and LD

TSH

screens and monitors the function of the thyroid

lipid panel

series of blood tests (total cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein, and triglycerides) used to assess risk factors of ischemic heart disease

urinalysis

the examination of urine to determine the presence of abnormal elements It may also be used to monitor diabetes or kidney disease.

CMP

combines the Basic Metabolic Panel with six more tests for a more comprehensive evaluation of metabolic functions, with a focus on organ systems.

BMP

measures glucose, sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, carbon dioxide, blood urea nitrogen and creatinine which can help determine blood sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance as well as kidney function. The Basic Metabolic Panel can help your doctor monitor the effects of medications you are taking, such as high blood pressure medicines, can help diagnose certain conditions, or can be part of a routine health screening. You may need to fast for up to 12 hours before this test.

PT

measures how long it takes blood to clot

CBC

measures the types and numbers of cells in the blood, including red and white blood cells and platelets. This test is used to determine general health status, screen for disorders and evaluate nutritional status. It can help evaluate symptoms such as weakness, fatigue and bruising, and can help diagnose conditions such as anemia, leukemia, malaria and infection.