Complete Blood Count
This test, also known as a CBC, is the most common blood test performed. It measures the kinds 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, hardening of the arteries, leukemia, malaria and infection.

Prothrombin Time
Also known as PT and Pro Time, this test measures how long it takes blood to clot. This coagulation test measures the presence and activity of five different blood clotting factors. This test can screen for bleeding abnormalities, and may also be used to monitor medication treatments that prevent the formation of blood clots.

Basic Metabolic Panel
This test measures blood sugar level (glucose), electrolyte and fluid balance, and kidney function. It measures sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, carbon dioxide, blood urea nitrogen and creatinine. The Basic Metabolic Panel can help you 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.

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

Lipid Panel
The lipid panel is a group of tests used to evaluate cardiac risk. It includes cholesterol testing and triglyceride levels.

Liver Panel
The liver panel is a combination of tests used to assess liver function and establish the possible presence of liver tumors.

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
This test screens and monitors the function of the thyroid.

Hemoglobin A1C
This test is used to diagnose and monitor diabetes.

Urinalysis
Often the first lab test performed, this is a general screening test used to check for early signs of disease. It may also be used to monitor diabetes or kidney disease.

Cultures
Cultures are used to test for infection and determine appropriate treatment. A sample of material is placed in a container with substances that promote the growth of disease-causing organisms. If disease-causing organisms grow, the culture is positive; if no organisms grow, the culture is negative. A microscope and/or chemical tests will be used to determine the type of organism so proper treatment can be given. This type of test is used to detect for illnesses such as strep throat, meningitis, urinary tract infection, etc.