Heart Wellness Lab Tests
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Introduction to Heart Wellness Lab Tests
Getting Started : Recommended Tests
C-Reactive Protein – CRP-c
Homocysteine
Lipids
Cortisol (AM & PM)
Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy
Most Popular
Magnesium RBC (Red Blood Cell)
Expanded Health and Wellness Panel
Thyroid Basic Panel
Basic Food Sensitivity and Allergy (IgG) Panel
Cardiovascular diseases remain the major cause of death world wide and is the most common cause of death in those over the age of 65. Heart disease or cardiovascular disease is a broad term that is used to describe all the disorders that negatively affect the functioning of the heart. Healthy life style choices and timely monitoring for cardiovascular health may help protect heart health and minimize these concerns. Canada GI Map encourages you to take a proactive stance with regards to your health. Order tests today! After all, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, either way you are right” Henry Ford.
What Are Heart Health & Wellness Lab Tests?
Along with the standard or conventional blood and urine tests associated with threats to cardiac health and wellness, MyLabsForLife has included information and other testing that can be considered when looking at hearth health and wellness from a Functional perspective.
Why Perform Heart Health &Wellness Lab Tests?
When it comes to the complications of heart disease, prevention is always better than cure.By knowing your risk factors using Canada GI Map in conjunction with your health care provider of choice, the ability to make lifestyle changes to include dietary changes, adequate physical activity, and learning techniques to reduce stress may all help to prevent challenges related to heart disease.
List of Heart Health &Wellness Lab Tests
ABO Grouping (Blood Typing) – ABO Grouping is the classification system used to determine blood types. This system is used because antibodies needed for testing are consistent and naturally present in the serum of those blood types. Test code: 006056. Purchase or learn more.
Alkaline Phosphatase – This blood test measures Alkaline Phosphatase levels. Alkaline phosphatase is a group of enzymes found throughout the body, specifically in the bone, liver, placenta and intestine. Test Code: 001107 Purchase or more.
Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) with Reflex – This blood test is used to detect antibodies to nuclear antigens. The antibodies may be present in higher than normal numbers in autoimmune disease. Test code: 164962. Purchase or learn more.
Basic Female Hormone Panel – This group of blood tests includes Total Estrogens, Progesterone and Testosterone Woman/Child. When hormones are out of balance there is an increase in cardiovascular disease, metabolic imbalances and cancer. Test code: 058263 and 500159. Purchase or learn more.
Basic Food Sensitivity and Allergy (IgG) Panel – Certain proteins in foods may cause an immune response, commonly known as an allergy or intolerance. This test is used to detect allergen specific IgG antibodies to 8 common foods known to instigate an immune response: Wheat, Gluten, Milk (Cow), Eggs (Whole), Soy, Almond, Peanut and Corn. Test code: 601488 Purchase or learn more.
Basic Health & Wellness Screening Panel –Here is our basic health and wellness screen. This screen includes a CBC, CMP, Lipids (cholesterol), THS (thyroid stimulating hormone), C-reactive, a urinalysis and Vitamin D. Test code: 371170. Purchase or learn more.
Basic Male Hormone Panel –This panel includes: Testosterone, Free Mass Spectrometry and Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA). Research has demonstrated when testosterone levels are low; there is an increase in Alzheimer‘s disease, osteoporosis, cardiac disease and the development of chronic muscle wasting. Test Code: 314557 Purchase or learn more here.
C- Reactive Protein (High Sensitivity- Cardiac) CRP-c – C-Reactive Protein is a type of protein produced by the liver that present during episodes of acute as well as chronic inflammatory processes such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, elevated blood sugar imbalances and cancer. Test code: 120766. Purchase or learn more.
Candida Antibodies (Qualitative) – This blood test is used to detect systemic Candidiasis. Candida albicans is a common strain of yeast that normally occurs in the mouth, vagina, or gastrointestinal tract. Test Code: 096719 Purchase or learn more here.
Candida Antigen / Antibody Profile – This blood test is used to detect antigens and antibodies (IgG, IgM, IgA) to Candida Albicans. Candida causes infections such as thrush, and is frequently an issue for people who have difficulty controlling their blood sugar (diabetes) and may be life threatening to those who have weakened immune systems. Test Code: 163178 Purchase or learn more here.
Celiac Disease (CD) Antibody Profile – This blood test is known by several names: Deamidated Gliaden Antibodies (DGP) and Gliaden, Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG) antibodies. This blood test includes deamidated gliadin IgA; tissue transglutaminase IgA and serum IgA quantitation. Test code: 334971. Purchase or learn more.
Celiac Disease (CD) Complete Panel – This blood test is used to aid in the diagnosis of Celiac Disease. The test includes deamidated gliaden IgA, deamidated IgG, tissue transglutaminase IgA, tissue transglutaminase IgG and serum IgA quantitation. Test code: 341142. Purchase or learn more.
Celiac Disease (CD) Comprehensive Antibody Profile – This blood test includes deamidated gliaden antibodies (DGP), endosymial antibodies, tissue transglutaminase (tTG) antibodies and total IgA. This test is used to aid in the identification of gluten sensitivity. Test code: 165126. Purchase or learn more.
Celiac Disease (CD) HLA DQ Association – This blood test is also knows as: HLA DQ2, DLA DQ8, HLA Typing, DQ2 and DQ8 and may be of statistical significance when looking for Celiac disease. Test code: 167082. Purchase or learn more.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) – Coenzyme Q10 is also known as Ubiquinone. This blood test is used to measure blood levels of CoQ10. CoQ10 is critical for the basic functioning in all cells and specifically to cardiac tissue due to the high-energy demands of cardiac cells. Test Code: 120251Purchase or Learn More Here.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) With Differential – A Complete Blood Count (CBC) is one of the most common tests used to assess and monitor overall health status. This blood test includes hematocrit, hemoglobin, mean corpuscular volume, hemoglobin concentration, red cell distribution, percentage and absolute differential counts, platelet count, red cell count and a white blood cell count. Test code: 005009. Purchase or learn more.
Complete Metabolic Panel 14 (CMP 14) – A Complete Metabolic Panel (CMP), also known as a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). Like the CBC, a CMP is one of the most common tests used to assess and monitor overall health status. Test code: 322000. Purchase or learn more.
Cortisol (AM) – This blood test is used to evaluate cortisol levels upon waking. Cortisol is a very potent glucocorticoid hormone that is released from the adrenal cortex. Cortisol levels are tested to see how you are handling stress. Test Code: 104018 Purchase or learn more.
Cortisol (AM & PM) – This blood test is used to evaluate cortisol levels upon waking and approximately 6-8 hours later. Elevated levels of cortisol have a profound effect on an individuals energy levels; disease resistance and general sense of well-being. Test Code: 104000 Purchase or learn more.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (Sed Rate) (ESR) – An Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) is also known as a Sedimentation Rate (sed rate). An ESR is a blood test used to look for inflammation and tissue destruction. Test code: 005215. Purchase or learn more.
Expanded Female Hormone Panel – This blood test includes: Cortisol A.M., DHEA-s, Total Estrogens, Progesterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin and Testosterone Woman/Child. Test code: 371123 and 500159. Purchase or learn more.
Expanded Health and Wellness Screening Panel – This is our most popular health and wellness-screening panel. Test code: 371158. Purchase or learn more.
Expanded Male Hormone Panel – This panel includes: Cortisol A.M., DHEA-s, Estradiol, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Luteinizing Hormone/Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Testosterone Total & Free and Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA). Test Code: 371134 Purchase or learn more here.
Fibrinogen Activity Test – Fibrinogen is a clot-regulating protein and biological indicator of the stickiness and thickness of blood. A fibrinogen activity test is a blood test used to detect a possible bleeding disorder, abnormal clotting activity or thrombotic episodes. Test code: 001610 Purchase or learn more.
Folate (Folic Acid) Vitamin B9 – This blood test measures folate levels within blood. Folic acid is needed for the synthesis of DNA in rapidly dividing cells. Test code: 002014. Purchase or learn more.
Folate, RBC – This blood test measures folate levels within the red blood cells. Folic acid is needed for the synthesis of DNA in rapidly dividing cells. Test code: 266015. Purchase or learn more.
Glutathione – This blood test measures Glutathione levels. Glutathione is the most abundant and important intracellular antioxidant (prevents oxidative damage). Test Code: 823542 Purchase or learn more.
Heavy Metals Panel – Lead, mercury, cadmium, aluminum and arsenic are the most common examples of toxic metal exposure. Research has demonstrated that Alzheimer’s patients consistently have elevated levels of copper in the brain. Test code: 371061. Purchase or learn more.
Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori) IgM, IgG, IgA Ab – Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori) is gram-negative bacteria found in the stomach. Research has estimated that approximately half the world’s population is infected by H.Pylori, making it the most prevalent infection in the world. Test code: 163683. Purchase or learn more.
Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori) Breath Test – Research has estimated that approximately half the world’s population is infected by H.Pylori, making it the most prevalent infection in the world. H.Pylori is known to be a major cause of peptic ulcer disease and is very common, especially in developing countries. Test code: 180836. Purchase or learn more.
Hemoglobin (Hbg) A1c – A Hemoglobin A1c is a blood test that measures the average amount of glucose that has chemically attached to red blood cells over the past 6-8 weeks. Test Code: 001453 Purchase or learn more here.
Homocysteine – Homocysteine a marker used to measure inflammation. Elevated homocysteine levels are associated with Alzheimer’s disease and chronic illness. Test code: 706994. Purchase or learn more.
Infectious Disease Markers Associated with Alzheimer’s Disease – Strong evidence indicates chronic exposure to infections that reside in brain tissue and cranial nerves may potentiate the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. This information may help identify and reduce the threat of infection associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Test code: 371182. Purchase or learn more.
Leptin – This blood test is used to measure leptin levels. Leptin was originally thought to be a signal to lose weight, but it may instead be a signal to the hypothalamus (part of the brain affected by Alzheimer’s disease) to suppress the appetite. Test Code: 146712 Purchase or learn more here.
Lipids – This fasting blood test measures lipid (or blood fats) levels. Contrary to cholesterol’s negative reputation, our bodies cannot function without it. Test Code: 303756 Purchase or learn more here.
Lyme Disease & Total Immunoglobulin’s – This blood test is used to assist with the diagnosis of acute and later stages of infection by B. burgdorferi. In 2010, the CDC reported 94% of Lyme disease cases were reported from 12 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia & Wisconsin. Lyme disease has exceeded AIDS as one of the fastest growing infectious epidemics in our nation, with a cost to society measured at approximately $1 billion annually. Test code: 015271. Purchase or learn more.
Lyme Disease & Western Blot – This blood test is used to identify antibodies specific for B. burgdorferi proteins. This test provides both IgM and IgG Western blot results. In 2010, the CDC reported 94% of Lyme disease cases were reported from 12 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia & Wisconsin. Lyme disease has exceeded AIDS as one of the fastest growing infectious epidemics in our nation, with a cost to society measured at approximately $1 billion annually.
Test code: 163600. Purchase or learn more.
Lyme Disease (Borrelia burgdorferi) PCR – This blood test is used to aid in the detection of Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease). In 2010, the CDC reported 94% of Lyme disease cases were reported from 12 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia & Wisconsin. Lyme disease has exceeded AIDS as one of the fastest growing infectious epidemics in our nation, with a cost to society measured at approximately $1 billion annually. Test code: 550012. Purchase or learn more.
Lyme Disease Antibodies, Including Reflex to Western Blot on Positives – According to Lab Corp, this blood test is the most analytical and comprehensive approach available for detecting antibodies specific for Lyme disease and provides the broadest time window for detection and confirmation. Test code: 258004. Purchase or learn more.
Lyme Disease Antibodies, Total & IgM Responses – This blood test is used to aid in the diagnosis of acute or chronic infection with Lyme disease. In 2010, the CDC reported 94% of Lyme disease cases were reported from 12 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia & Wisconsin. Lyme disease has exceeded AIDS as one of the fastest growing infectious epidemics in our nation, with a cost to society measured at approximately $1 billion annually. Test code: 223586. Purchase or learn more.
Magnesium RBC (Red Blood Cell) – RBC Magnesium is the most precise blood test measuring intracellular magnesium levels. Magnesium is a critical mineral to overall health and well-being. Test Code: 080283 Purchase or learn more here.
Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) – Methylmalonic acid is an important component to evaluate when diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Methylmalonic acid levels may be elevated in those who suffer from kidney disease. Test code: 706961. Purchase or learn more.
Microalbumin (24-Hour) – A 24-hour test looks for albumin in urine, an early indicator of kidney failure. Early detection is critical in order to implement interventions that may preserve kidney function. Test code: 140050. Purchase or learn more.
Microalbumin (Random) – Using a random sample, this test looks for albumin in urine, an early indicator of kidney failure. Early detection is critical in order to implement interventions that may preserve kidney function. Microalbuminuria is most often caused by kidney damage from diabetes. Test code: 140258. Purchase or learn more.
PSA Total (Reflex to Free) – This blood test measures the percentage of free (uncomplexed) levels of Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA). Test Code: 480772 Purchase or learn more here.
Reverse Triiodothyronine (rT3) – This blood test measures levels of Reverse T3 (rT3). A Reverse Triiodothyronine (rT3) is a thyroid hormone that disrupts the activity of the active the form of thyroid hormone, triiodothyronine (T3). Test Code: 002212 Purchase or learn more here.
Testosterone Free and Total – This blood test measures Total and Free Testosterone. Symptoms of decreased levels of testosterone may include a change in libido, decreased feeling of well-being, osteopenia/osteoporosis, decreased quality of life, depression, anemia, muscle loss and cognitive decline. Test Code: 140103 Purchase or learn more here.
Testosterone, Woman/Child – This blood test measures Testosterone. Testosterone is an anabolic steroid hormone, which is synthesized from cholesterol and secreted in the testes and ovaries. Small amounts of testosterone are also secreted by the adrenal glands. Testosterone is the primary anabolic steroid that orchestrates metabolism and the restoration and regeneration of healthy tissues. Men produce approximately ten times more testosterone than women. Women, however, are far more sensitive to testosterone. Test code: 500159 Purchase or learn more.
Thyroid Antibodies: Combined Ab & TPO – This blood test is a combination test used to evaluate both, Thyroid Autoantibodies (TAA) and Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO ab). Test Code: 006684 Purchase or learn more here.
Thyroid Basic Panel – The Thyroid Basic Panel includes a TSH, T4, FT3 and a FT4. This group of individual tests was strategically constructed in order to review a broader perspective of thyroid function. Test Code: 387621 Purchase or learn more here.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) – This blood test measures Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) or thyrotropin levels. Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) is the most common and sensitive marker of thyroid function. Test Code: 004259 Purchase or learn more here.
Thyroxine (T4) – This blood test measures Thyroxine (T4) levels. Thyroxine (T4) is the major hormone produced and secreted by the thyroid gland. Test Code: 001149 Purchase or learn more here.
Thyroxine (T4) Free, Direct (FT4) – This test measures Thyroxine T4 (Free). Thyroxine (T4) Free measures the free or unbound (bioavailable) thyroxine levels in the bloodstream. Test Code: 001974 Purchase or learn more here.
Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG, IgA) – Transglutaminase IgA test is a highly specific blood test used to help identify Celiac disease. Test code: 164640. Purchase or learn more.
Triiodothyronine (T3) – This blood test measures Triiodothyronine (T3) levels. Triiodothyronine is the most active form of the thyroid hormone and is primarily produced from the conversion of thyroxine in the peripheral tissue. Test Code: 002188 Purchase or learn more here.
Triiodothyronine Free (FT3) – Triiodothyronine Free (FT3) is a blood test that measures the free or unbound (bioavailable) Free T3 hormone available to receptor sites. Free T3 is the most active form of the thyroid hormone and is primarily produced from the conversion of thyroxine in the peripheral tissue. Test Code: 010389 Purchase or learn more here.
Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha (TNF) – Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha is clinically associated with autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis and refractory asthma. Test code: 140673. Purchase or learn more.
Uric Acid – Uric acid is produced as an end product of purine, nucleic acid and nucleoprotein metabolism. Elevated uric acid levels may cause gout and kidney stones if the uric acid cannot be eliminated efficiently. A decreased level of uric acid is associated with a B12 deficiency and a copper deficiency. Test code: 001057. Purchase or learn more.
Urinalysis-Complete with Microscopic Examination – A urinalysis is done to detect abnormalities in the urine and to look for and manage kidney disease, urinary tract infections (common cause of mental changes, especially in the elderly). Test code: 003772. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin A – E – Beta Profile – Vitamin A and E are both powerful antioxidants. Research continues to support the importance of adequate levels of antioxidants needed for healthy brain function. Test code: 144014. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin A & Carotene – This fasting blood test is used to evaluate Vitamin A & Carotene levels. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin also known as retinol. Vitamin A supports vision, skin growth and repair and bone growth. It alsoprovides protection from diseases such as cancer, macular degeneration, atherosclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. Test code: 001750. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin A & E (Tocopherol) – Vitamin A & E are both fat-soluble vitamins. Vitamin A is also known as retinol. Vitamin A supports vision, skin growth and repair, as well as bone growth. It also provides protection from diseases such as cancer, atherosclerosis and macular degeneration. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that deactivates free radicals and is needed for circulation, tissue repair and healing. Test code: 144006. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) – Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) levels. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) is involved in many body functions including the nervous system, muscle function, metabolism and digestion. Because Test code: 121186. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin B12 – Vitamin B12 is necessary for red blood cell production and neural function. A Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause anemia, neurologic disorders and an elevation in the inflammatory marker homocysteine, which has been implicated in Alzheimer’s disease. Test code: 001503. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin B12 & Folate – This blood test measures both Vitamin B12 and Folate levels. All of the water-soluble B vitamins work as a team to help promote healthy nerves, skin, eyes, hair, liver, muscle tone and cardiovascular function. Adequate levels help to protect from the mental strain caused by depression and anxiety. Test code: 000810. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) – This blood test measures Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) levels. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) is a water-soluble vitamin, which plays a crucial role is in the production of energy by supporting mitochondria, as well as the oxidation-reduction process needed for metabolism. Test code: 123220. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) – This blood test measures Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) levels. Vitamin B6 is needed to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy immune and nervous system. Test code: 004655. Purchase or learn more. Test code: 004655. Purchase or learn more.
Vitamin C – This blood test measures Vitamin C levels. Vitamin C is a powerful water-soluble antioxidant that boosts the immune system by offering protection to proteins, carbohydrates, and helps shield DNA from free radical damage. Test Code: 001479 Purchase or more or learn more here
Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy – This blood test measures Vitamin D 25 (OH) levels. Vitamin D is needed for strong bones and teeth, Vitamin D helps your body absorb the amount of calcium and phosphorus it needs. It also has other roles in the body, including modulation of cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and reduction of inflammation. Test Code: 081950 Purchase or learn more here
Vitamin K1 – This blood test measures Vitamin K1 levels. Vitamin K1 is also known as phylloquinone or phytomenadione. Vitamin K1 is necessary for the production of circulating coagulation factors. Test code: 121200. Purchase or learn more.
Zinc – This blood test measures Zinc levels. Zinc is a crucial trace element required for the growth and healthy development of all living organisms. Zinc deficiency can lead to immune system dysfunction and impairments in growth, cognitive dysfunction, poor carbohydrate metabolism and hormonal function. Test Code: 001800 Purchase or learn more here
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