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Lipase test

  Why get tested? Lipase blood test not only diagnoses pancreas health problems but is also significant for diagnosing liver and kidney health disorders. It is also one of the tests used for diagnosing liver cirrhosis and pancreatitis cancer. What is being tested? The lipase test measures the quantity of lipase protein in blood samples. This protein is essential for the absorption of fats in the body. The pancreas secretes the lipase enzyme, so this test is used to diagnose pancreas diseases such as pancreatitis. This is because inflammation in the pancreas may cause excess secretion of lipase enzymes.  Preparation needed? It is necessary not to drink or eat for 8 to 12 hours before having the lipase blood test. If the healthcare provider prescribes lipase urine tests, make sure to ask whether you have to follow any specific guidelines. Fasting required? Yes  

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Lipid Panel

Why get tested? Lipid Panel Tests check the level of cholesterol in your blood. Excess of cholesterol in the blood increases the risk for many coronary (heart) diseases, such as heart attack and stroke.  What is being tested? Lipids are fat molecules present in the blood. Cholesterol is a lipoprotein, which means a part of it is lipid and a part is a protein. There are two types of cholesterol, bad cholesterol, and good cholesterol. High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL) are good cholesterol, whereas low-density lipoproteins refer to bad cholesterol. Preparation Needed? These tests require you to fast for 9-12 hours before submitting a blood sample. This means you should not drink or eat anything in the 9-12 hours before blood draws for the lipid panel. Fasting Required? Yes  

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Magnesium Test

Why get tested? The magnesium test measures the amount of the element magnesium, which is an essential nutrient. Abnormal levels of magnesium may result from diseases that affect the health of the intestines and kidneys. A magnesium test is prescribed along with other diagnostic tests if the patient experiences any symptoms, such as weakness, nausea, or cardiac arrhythmia. You should get the magnesium lab test if you have any symptoms of abnormally low calcium and potassium levels. This is because magnesium has an essential role in maintaining the levels of potassium and calcium in the body. Physicians prescribe the magnesium lab test also when the patient suffers from a malnutrition or malabsorption problem.  What is being tested? Magnesium mineral performs several necessary functions in the body. It has an essential role in higher than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Magnesium regulates heartbeat and blood pressure. It is also important for the strength of the bones.  Magnesium is a component of several medications, such as the medications to treat intense asthma attacks and eclampsia in the state of pregnancy. It is also used in several laxatives and antacids.  Magnesium is also essential for muscle contraction, energy production, and nerve function. The cells, tissues, and bones in the body store the magnesium mineral. Preparation Needed? Fasting is generally required before having this test. Fasting Required? Yes  

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Marijuana Drug Test

Why does the marijuana drug test gets tested? The marijuana drug test is used to identify the misuse of marijuana drugs. Cannabis is the alternative name for marijuana drugs. Misuse of medicinal marijuana can cause addiction and harmful side effects. The reason for use of marijuana as medicine is its ability to reduce pain, vomiting, and nausea. For instance, it alleviates pain, vomiting, and nausea in chemotherapy treatments and stiff or tight muscles due to multiple sclerosis.  What is being tested? Marijuana drugs are derived from dried Cannabis sativa plants. This drug is commonly known as weed, bud, grass, ganja, pot, and herb. Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the most psychoactive chemical present in marijuana, which causes its most intoxicating effects. THC is present in the resins synthesized from the buds and leaves of the female cannabis plant. This plant also consists of 500 other chemicals, amongst which 100 compounds are chemically associated with THC, and are referred to as cannabinoids.  Preparation needed? It is recommended to drink water one or two hours before the urine test. Fasting required? No  

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Marijuana drug test

Why get tested? The marijuana drug test is used to identify the misuse of marijuana drugs. Cannabis is the alternative name for marijuana drugs. Misuse of medicinal marijuana can cause addiction and harmful side effects. The reason for use of marijuana as medicine is its ability to reduce pain, vomiting, and nausea. For instance, it alleviates pain, vomiting, and nausea in chemotherapy treatments and stiff or tight muscles due to multiple sclerosis.  What is being tested? Marijuana drugs are derived from dried Cannabis sativa plants. This drug is commonly known as weed, bud, grass, ganja, pot, and herb. Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the most psychoactive chemical present in marijuana, which causes its most intoxicating effects. THC is present in the resins synthesized from the buds and leaves of the female cannabis plant. This plant also consists of 500 other chemicals, amongst which 100 compounds are chemically associated with THC, and are referred to as cannabinoids.  Preparation needed? It is recommended to drink water one or two hours before the urine test. Fasting required? No

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Methadone test

Why get tested? Overuse or misuse of methadone drugs is harmful to health as it causes drug addiction and other side effects.  What is being tested? Methadone is one of the frequently used prescription medications that act as a pain reliever and it is used for treating opioid addiction. It is one of the most frequently used drugs for treating addictions to opiates. Overdose or misuse of methadone is harmful to health. Preparation needed? No Fasting required? No

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Microalbumin Urine test

Why get tested? A microalbumin urine test is used for diagnosing early symptoms of kidney damage in individuals who are prone to developing kidney health problems. If microalbumin appears in urine then this means a high risk of heart disease. Not just do kidney and heart problems can contribute to high microalbumin levels in urine samples, but they may also be caused by an imbalance of acid-base and urinary tract infections. It is crucial to get the microalbumin urine test as symptoms only appear after damage to the kidneys, at the later stages of infection.  What is being tested? Microalbumin urine test measures very small quantities of albumin or blood protein in urine samples. This protein is present naturally in small amounts in urine but if it measures above 30 mcg/L then this implies a disease condition. A microalbumin urine test is one of the main tests for diagnosing kidney health problems. Preparation needed? No Fasting required? No  

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Opiates Test

  Why get tested? Opioids are prescription medicines but their misuse can lead to drug addiction. Heroin is one of the most dangerous forms of opioids, and it is never used as a medication. The misuse of drugs can impair the judgment ability and sharing of injections increase the risk of transmission of infectious diseases, such as HIV.  What is being tested? Opiates test looks for the presence of opioids in blood, saliva, and urine samples. These drugs are natural pain relievers but are misused for their euphoric effects. The other names used to refer to opiate tests are opioid screening, opiate testing, and opiate screening.  Opiates can be synthetic or natural and their pharmacological action is similar to morphine. The main medical use of opiates is to relieve pain. Opiates test detect all forms of opiates and their metabolites. Opiates consist of morphine and drugs that have the same structure as morphine, for instance, oxycodone, hydromorphone, hydrocodone, and codeine. These drugs not only relieve pain but can also increase well-being and pleasure feelings. Hence, even the prescribed opioids can lead the patient to addiction and dependence.  Preparation needed? It is necessary to inform the healthcare practitioner and testing provider about the use of any over-the-counter or prescription medications before the opiates test as some of these medicines can cause a positive diagnosis for opioids. Poppy seeds may cause positive opioid results. Hence, the tested individual has to avoid poppy seeds for about three days before having the opioid drug test. Fasting required? No  

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