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Posted by Jayson | Posted on 10-08-2010

Our top 5 most popular tests!

Category : Blood Testing, HealthCheckUSA News, Homocysteine, Vitamin d, Women's Health, blood tests, cancer, cancer screenings, cardiovascular health, health screening, health tests, heart attacks, heart disease, heart disease test, thyroid screenings, thyroid test

1. Thyroid Function Blood Testing Panel 2

The Thyroid Function Blood Profile with TSH, T3 and T4 Free is a group of blood tests that includes Free T3, Free T4 and TSH that are often ordered together to help evaluate thyroid gland function and to help diagnose thyroid disorders. The thyroid tests included in a thyroid profile measure the amount of thyroid hormones in your blood. These hormones are chemical substances that travel through the bloodstream and control or regulate your body’s metabolism—how it functions and uses energy.

We recommend a thyroid test for anyone who:
• has a family member with thyroid disease,
• has been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome
• is a woman in or near menopause,
• has recently given birth,
• has other pituitary or endocrine disease, or
• is experiencing symptoms of thyroid disease.

2. Vitamin D, 25 Hydroxy

Vital to healthy bones. Deficiency can be related to prostate, breast and colon cancers; heart disease, type 1 diabetes and hypertension.

Recent studies in North America and Europe indicate that a staggering 95 percent of people are vitamin D deficient — not surprising given how much time we spend inside.

Sunlight doesn’t just help set your internal clock, it actually nourishes your body by helping it create vitamin D. Classified as a water-soluble vitamin, vitamin D acts more like a hormone, working with the parathyroid hormone to balance calcium in the blood and build strong bones. It also maintains healthy cellular growth and regulates the immune system, which prevents excessive inflammation that can lead to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, periodontal disease, multiple sclerosis and irritable-bowel diseases.

3. Iron Panel

An iron panel from HealthCheckUSA is a blood screening for the iron overload disease, hemochromatosis. This genetic disorder causes your body to absorb and store too much iron. This extra iron builds up and causes organ damange. An iron profile is important because if hemochromatosis is not treated, these organs can fail. You could even need a transplant.

How does iron work in the body?
A normal person’s body absorbs enough iron through a regular diet. Iron is an essential nutrient, which becomes part of your blood that transports oxygen throughout the body. If your iron profile shows that you have hemochromatosis, your body absorbs more than it needs. There is no natural function to expel this excess iron, and it is typically stored in body tissues.

4. Men’s Profile

A men’s profile test from HealthCheckUSA is a comprehensive health assessment for men. Due to it’s popularity, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide the men’s profile test at a significant discount. This baseline men’s profile tests more than 50 indicators, including:
super chemistry” with PSA
testosterone
TIBC
HBA1c
UA

5. Super Chemistry

This group of tests would typically cost $150 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $60, that’s a savings of $90!

The Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel from HealthCheckUSA is a baseline health assessment that focuses on prevention and identifying any health risk factors related to Heart Disease, risk of heart attack and risk of stroke. Due to the popularity of the Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide it at a significant discount versus purchasing these lab tests from your doctor.

Posted by David | Posted on 02-08-2010

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Hormone Diva Panels

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Tags: female hormonal imbalance, hormonal imbalance, hormone, hormone changes, Hormone DIva, hormone levels

Low Cost Hormone Lab Testing From HealthCheckUSA

HealthCheckUSA, a service of Life Time Fitness, is the nation’s leader in low cost, consumer blood, lab and saliva testing providing people the ability to access all types of discounted lab tests without a physician’s referral and at 50% – 80% savings. The Hormone Diva Panels were developed through a partnership with
The Hormone Diva, Larrian Gillespie.

HealthCheckUSA has partnered directly with The Hormone Diva to develop specific packages and test options that will assist members in managing their condition and taking control of their health. This profile was designed to be used in conjunction with her books You’re Not Crazy It’s Your Hormones! and The Menopause Diet.

HealthCheckUSA has hormone lab tests and packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without a doctor’s order. HealthCheckUSA serves customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the test

Recommended Hormone Diva Panels

COMPREHENSIVE THYROID BLOOD TESTING PROFILE with TSH……….$85
The HealthCheckUSA Comprehensive Thyroid Profile with TSH is a group of blood tests that includes Free T3, Free T4 and TSH that are often ordered together to help evaluate thyroid gland function and to help diagnose thyroid disorders. These hormones are chemical substances that travel through the bloodstream and control or regulate your body’s metabolism—how it functions and uses energy.

TSH is produced by the pituitary gland and is part of the body’s feedback system to maintain stable amounts of the thyroid hormones T4 and T3 in the blood.
When concentrations decrease in the blood, the pituitary is stimulated to release TSH. The TSH in turn stimulates the production and release of T4 and T3 by the thyroid gland. Free T4 measures the free, unbound thyroxine levels in your bloodstream. Free T4 is typically elevated in hyperthyroidism, and lowered in hypothyroidism.

Free T3 measures the free, unbound levels of triiodothyronine in your bloodstream. T3 is the active thyroid hormone, also called triiodothyronine, and can be the most important lab you will do. Free T3 is typically elevated in hyperthyroidism, and lowered in hypothyroidism.

OR YOU CAN ORDER THE TESTS BELOW INDVIDUALLY:

ESTRADIOL HORMONE BLOOD TEST…………………………………………$50
Estrogen is a group of hormones primarily responsible for the development of female sex organs and secondary sex characteristics. While estrogen is one of the major female sex hormones, small amounts are found in males. Estradiol (E2) is produced in women mainly in the ovary. In women, normal levels of estradiol provide for proper ovulation, conception, and pregnancy, in addition to promoting healthy bone structure and regulating cholesterol levels. However, in menopause, if you are taking estrogen replacement therapy, you need to know if you are absorbing your medication correctly. The ideal range for estradiol is between 70-114 pg/ml. Less than 50 will have little benefit for supporting bone growth or preventing heart disease, and over 120 can increase your risk for stimulating estrogen sensitive cancers. Your test should be drawn approximately 4 hours after ingesting/applying your estrogen therapy for an accurate interpretation of the results.

If you are an ovulating female, a midcycle blood estradiol over 200 pg/ml is evidence of proper ovulation. If the estradiol response is below 200 pg/ml
on day 14, you may be in perimenopause.

FERRITIN……………………………………………………………………………$40
Iron stores in the body are reflected as serum ferritin, which affects the production of red blood cells in the body. It also affects your blood insulin levels. Chronic inflammatory conditions such as autoimmune hypothyroidism (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) or Lupus will deplete ferritin levels. Symptoms of low ferritin include a burning tongue, heart palpitations on exertion, depression, poor memory and irritability. Low ferritin levels can affect thyroid hormone synthesis, causing you to feel “hyper” if you are taking any T3 medication. You want a ferritin between 80-100ng/ml to help regulate your insulin, thyroid and adrenal function.

CHOLESTEROL PROFILE…………………………………………………………$40
Getting a coronary screen/lipid panel (cholesterol) is one of the most important tests to gauge your cardiovascular health. A coronary screen/lipid panel measures the amount of fatty substances found in your bloodstream. These fatty substances lead to heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.

With exercise, diet, and medication, the fatty substances measured by your coronary screen/lipid panel can be lowered. HealthCheckUSA is proud to offer a coronary screen/lipid panel because its results can lead to measures that prevent heart disease. If you have concern about your heart health, a coronary screen/lipid panel is integral.

A coronary screen/lipid panel typically includes several tests, like cholesterol (HDL and LDL) and triglycerides. Your doctor will use the results of your coronary screen/lipid panel, along with heredity factors, to develop a treatment plan that can significantly lower your risk of heart disease.

A coronary screen/lipid panel will measure the total cholesterol found in your blood. Cholesterol is the fatty, wax-like substance that is used to make cells, hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids that digest fat. Your body makes all the cholesterol you need–but the foods you eat also have cholesterol. Heredity factors, weight, age, sex, exercise, and stress can affect your levels. A coronary screen/lipid panel helps gauge one’s risk of heart disease.

COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC) with DIFFERENTIAL…………………..$40
Have ever heard doctors on ER or Gray’s Anatomy call for a CBC? A Complete Blood Count with Differential is one of the most commonly ordered tests for routine check-ups and/or physicals. A complete blood count with differential from HealthCheckUSA measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelet levels, hemoglobin and hematocrit. Many times it is ordered as a screening test, as an anemia check or as a test for infection. The Complete Blood Count with Differential can used to aid in diagnosing and treating a large number of other conditions.

A CBC with Differential test also measures the amount of white blood cells. Formed in the bone marrow, these cells assist in fighting infection. Elevated white blood cells on a CBC blood test may mean that you currently have an infection. If your CBC with Differential shows low levels, you might have a difficult time fighting an infection.

Posted by David | Posted on 14-01-2010

Category : blood tests, thyroid screenings, thyroid test

Tags: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid blood test, thyroid disease, thyroid screenings, thyroid test

Low Cost Lab Testing From HealthCheckUSA

HealthCheckUSA, a service of Life Time Fitness, is the nation’s leader in low cost, consumer blood, lab and saliva testing providing people the ability to access all types of discounted lab tests without a physician’s referral and at 50% – 80% savings.

The STTM Electrolytes Panel was developed through a partnership with Janie Bowthorpe, leading Thyroid activist, best selling author and media personality and founder of www.StoptheThyroidMadness.com.

HealthCheckUSA has partnered directly with Janie Bowthorpe and others at Stop the Thyroid Madness to develop specific packages and test options that will assist Stop the Thyroid Madness members in managing their condition and taking control of their health.

HealthCheckUSA has lab tests and packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without their doctor.

STTM Electrolytes Panel

Lab Tests included: Renin Activity, Aldosterone, Magnesium plus our Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC.

The Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC is a blood testing panel that combines our popular Basic Metabolic Panel with a complete blood count and is very important to all people that are concerned about Diabetes, Heart Disease, Risk of Heart Attack, and Risk of Stroke.

Cholesterol
All the cholesterol you need is already manufactured in the body, but food also contributes. Heredity, weight, age, sex, exercise and stress can affect your levels. A lipid profile can help measure one’s risk of heart disease.

Measuring cholesterol with a lipid profile blood test
A lipid profile blood test measures the “good” cholesterol, which is known as HDL. This cholesterol is carried from your heart to your liver, which removes the “bad” cholesterol or LDL from your bloodstream. A lipid profile that shows HDL less than 35 mg/dl increases the risk of heart disease. Higher HDL levels are found in the profiles of individuals who exercise, eat healthy and don’t smoke. With HDL cholesterol, higher is better. A healthy lipid profile blood test will show LDL cholesterol at 100 mg/DL or less. Anything over 130 mg/DL is considered high.

Measuring Triglycerides with Super Chemistry Blood Test
A HealthCheckUSA CMP with CBC lab test also measures triglycerides, which are another form of fat. Triglycerides come from foods like vegetable oils and animal fats. A super chemistry Blood Testing panel that has high triglyceride levels should be cause for concern. A normal triglyceride level is less than 150 mg/DL. Levels 150 mg/DL or higher are considered high, and an immediate change in diet, along with cardiovascular exercise, should be considered.

Measuring Glucose with a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
The blood glucose test measures the amount of glucose in the blood which is very important in the Prevention of Diabetes. Glucose, which comes from carbohydrates, is main source of the body’s energy. Blood glucose levels typically increase slightly after eating. This causes your pancreas to release insulin, which prevents glucose levels from getting too high. The results of a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel Blood Glucose test will help you modify how you manage your diabetes. Getting a regular blood glucose test can reduce the chances for long-term diabetes complications.

CBC: Complete blood count
A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC blood test can give you information about anemia (a decrease in the ability of the red blood cells to transport oxygen to the tissues of the body) and infections, as well as blood disorders such as leukemia. In addition to red blood cells, the CBC blood test measures the amount of white blood cells. Elevated white blood cells on a CBC blood test may mean that you currently have an infection. If your CBC shows low levels, you might have a difficult time fighting off an infection.

Platelets, also made in the bone barrow, are checked on a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC blood test. Platelets create clots to help stop bleeding from an injury. If your CMP with CBC blood test reveals low platelet levels, you might be more susceptible to bleeding. High platelet levels could mean that you have an increased risk of internal clots.

Hemoglobin is measured in a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC blood test. Red blood cells use hemoglobin to bring oxygen to the rest of the body and to bring carbon dioxide back to the lungs. Low hemoglobin levels shown on a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel CBC blood test can also be a sign of anemia.

Hematocrit is measured in a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel with CBC blood test and measures the proportion of blood that is filled with red blood cells. Low hematocrit can indicate anemia or leukemia. High hematocrit levels on a super chemistry CBC blood test may indicate dehydration or excessive red blood cells.

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel also measures kidney, liver and heart functions, potassium, calcium, uric acid, electrolytes and iron.

Aldosterone and Renin Activity Blood Tests

Aldosterone is a hormone that stimulates the retention of sodium (salt) and the excretion of potassium by the kidneys. It plays an important role in maintaining normal sodium and potassium concentrations in blood and in controlling blood volume and blood pressure. Aldosterone is produced by the adrenal cortex, the outer portion of the adrenal glands located at the top of each kidney. Its production is normally regulated by two other proteins, renin and angiotensin. Renin is released from the kidneys when there is a drop in blood pressure, a decrease in sodium concentration, or an increase in potassium concentration. Renin cleaves the blood protein angiotensinogen to form angiotensin I, which is then converted by a second enzyme to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to constrict, and it stimulates the production of aldosterone. The overall effect is to raise blood pressure and keep sodium and potassium at normal levels.

A variety of conditions can lead to overproduction (hyperaldosteronism) or underproduction (hypoaldosteronism) of aldosterone. Because renin and aldosterone are so closely related, both substances are often tested together to identify the cause of an abnormal aldosterone.

Magnesium Blood Test
Magnesium is a mineral that is found in every cell of your body. It is vital to energy production, muscle contraction, nerve function, maintenance of strong bones, maintenance of steady heart rhythm and keeping blood pressure low. About half of the body’s magnesium is combined with calcium and phosphorus to form bone.

A wide variety of foods contain small amounts of magnesium, especially green vegetables such as spinach, and most magnesium in the body comes from dietary sources. The body maintains magnesium levels in its blood, cells, and bone by regulating how much it absorbs from the intestines and by how much it excretes or conserves in the kidneys.

Additional Health and Wellness Lab Tests
- Basic Health and Wellness Lab Assessment
- Total Health and Wellness Lab Assessment
- Ultimate Health and Wellness Lab Assessment

HealthCheckUSA, a service of Life Time Fitness, is the nation’s leader in low cost, direct-to-consumer blood and lab testing and provides people the ability to access all types of blood, urine and saliva tests without a physician’s referral and at 50% – 80% savings. HealthCheckUSA has packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without a doctor’s order. HealthCheckUSA serves customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, and taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the test.

Lab tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The blood tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days.

Low Cost Lab Tests Include: thyroid testing, complete metabolic testing (CMP), complete blood count testing, heart disease testing, cholesterol testing, diabetes testing (HbA1c), prostate cancer testing (PSA), vitamin D testing, vitamin B-12 testing, testing for osteoporosis, iron deficiency testing, testosterone testing to check for Low Testosterone (Low T), erectile dysfunction testing, estrogen testing for low levels of estrogen, male hormone testing and female hormone testing for hormone imbalances, drug testing, STD testing for herpes, hepatitis A, B and C testing, HIV, Chlamydia, syphilis, and EBV, herpes type 1 and type 2 testing, fertility testing in men, fertility testing in women, infertility testing in men, infertility testing in women, pregnancy testing, and many more. Please go to HealthCheckUSA or call 800-929-7044 for complete details.

Posted by David | Posted on 26-08-2009

HealthCheckUSA Health Alert: Most Important Lab Tests Women Should Have

Category : blood tests, thyroid screenings, thyroid test

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By Dr. Rwanda Campbell, August 6, 2009

1. A Pap Smear Test examines cells for any changes that may indicate the possibility of cervical cancer. Campbell recommended that the first test be conducted at the age of 20 or at the onset of sexual activity and continued annually until age 65 or 70. She said some insurance companies allow the test annually and others cover the test every three years if test results are normal. Even if the pap smear isn’t performed every year, Campbell said it is important for every woman to have an annual pelvic exam.

2. A cholesterol blood test is important because high cholesterol levels have no symptoms but can be deadly. Excess LDL, or bad cholesterol, can cause build-up in the arteries and interfere with blood flow. HDL, the good cholesterol, has protective qualities and can remove LDL from the blood. Some pediatricians now test cholesterol levels and Campbell said everyone should get a baseline test by the age of 20. The test should be repeated at least every five years until the age of 45. Anyone older than 45 with a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol levels should be screened annually. While medications are available to lower cholesterol levels, the physician said it is better to lower cholesterol through diet modification.

Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel
Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Total of 40 Blood Tests through HealthCheckUSA. Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

3. Breast exams are recommended at age 30 and every three years after that while mammograms are recommended annually beginning at age 40. A clinical breast exam checks breast tissue for lumps, thickening or other changes that warrant follow-up. Mammograms are X-rays of the breast tissue that may find cancers when they are still too small to be felt. Breast cancer is most curable if it is found in its earliest stages. Campbell said genetic testing is available to women whose mothers or sisters have had breast cancer.

4. Skin cancer screenings should begin by the age of 30 and be conducted annually thereafter. A primary care provider or dermatologist may do head-to-toe screenings. Skin cancer is the second most common cancer in women and is curable if it is caught early. Women with fair skin, repeated sunburns, many moles and a family history of skin cancer are have the highest risk of developing skin cancer.
5. Thyroid lab tests are needed to make sure the gland is functioning properly. The thyroid gland regulates the way the body uses energy. If the thyroid gland is overactive, it may lead to rapid weight loss and nervousness. If it isn’t up to speed, a person may feel weak, fatigued, generally unwell, depressed and suffer from excessive vaginal bleeding. Early diagnosis can avoid more debilitating conditions like heart disease, high cholesterol and stroke, she said. Screenings should begin at the age of 35 and continue every five years, or more often if the woman experiences thyroid symptoms or has risk factors, such as a family history of thyroid problems. Thyroid problems may be adjusted with medication.

Super Chemistry plus Thyroid Panel Blood Testing Panel

Thyroid Panel (T3 Uptake, T4 Total and TSH) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

6. Blood pressure levels are checked every time a person visits a doctor. High blood pressure levels can lead to heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney damage. High levels produce no symptoms. Campbell said high blood pressure is often weight related for women. Blood pressure readings should be below 140/90. High blood pressure, or hypertension, may be treated with lifestyle changes and/or medication.

7. Diabetes is a condition in which the body doesn’t make enough insulin or has a reduced response to insulin. It will cause blood sugar levels to be too high and increase the person’s risk of heart disease and stroke. It can also result in birth defects during pregnancy and premature menopause. Screening guidelines call for testing by the age of 45 or sooner if risk factors are present. Campbell recommended screenings before that and for any woman who is overweight.

8. Colonoscopies examine the large intestine for signs of colon cancer, which is 90 percent curable if found early. Growths and polyps may be removed and biopsied during the test. Preparation for the test (a bowel cleansing) is a bigger challenge than the test itself because patients are usually asleep during the procedure, the physician said. The first screening is usually done when the patient turns 50 and is repeated every 10 years if no polyps or risk factors exist. Higher-risk patients, such as those with a family history of colon cancer, should get their first test 10 years before the family member was first diagnosed and every five years after that.

9. Bone-density scans measure the mass of a patient’s bones and assess her risk of developing osteoporosis. Campbell said a broken hip could be a life-changing event; it can mean moving to a nursing home. Weight-bearing exercise, Vitamin D and calcium help build bone mass in younger patients, but medicines may be needed in older patients. Women may lose up to 20 percent of their bone density in the five to seven years after menopause. Campbell recommended women have their first bone-density screenings by age 65 and that they be repeated every five years. Doctors may suggest testing at an earlier age for patients who are underweight, have ever smoked, have a recent history of broken bones or a family member with osteoporosis.

10. Hormone Blood Tests that Assess your menstrual cycle is the last test for women and one that directly affects quality of life for many women. Campbell said she encounters patients who live in fear of having menstrual accidents and who won’t leave home because their flow is too heavy. “That is not normal,” she said. “There are many options available for women today.” Medications and ablation may both reduce the severity and length of periods. Hysterectomies, which used to be the only option, are now considered options of last resort.
- Women’s Comprehensive Blood Testing Profile

HealthCheckUSA is the nation’s leader in low cost, direct-to-consumer blood and lab testing and provides people the ability to access all types of blood, urine and saliva tests without a physician’s referral and at half the price. HealthCheckUSA has packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without a doctor’s order. HealthCheckUSA serves customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, and taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the test.

HealthCheckUSA has packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without a doctor’s order. HealthCheckUSA serves customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, and taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the test.

The blood tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The blood tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available by fax to you or your doctor, or by mail to you (please allow 10 working days for mailing). Results are also available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days. An information sheet with an explanation of each test, including normal reference ranges, accompanies all results.

Popular types of blood and lab tests include: thyroid testing, complete metabolic testing (CMP), complete blood count testing, heart disease testing, cholesterol testing, diabetes testing (HbA1c), prostate cancer testing (PSA), vitamin D testing, vitamin B-12 testing, testing for osteoporosis, iron deficiency testing, testosterone testing to check for Low Testosterone (Low T), erectile dysfunction, estrogen testing for low levels of estrogen, male hormone testing and female hormone testing for hormone imbalances, drug testing, STD testing for herpes, hepatitis A, B and C testing, HIV, Chlamydia, syphilis, and EBV, herpes type 1 and type 2 testing, fertility testing in men, fertility testing in women, infertility testing in men, infertility testing in women, pregnancy testing, blood test for pregnancy, blood test for herpes, blood test for HIV, blood test for thyroid, and many more. Please go to www.HealthCheckUSA.com or call 800-929-7044 for complete details.

Posted by David | Posted on 21-07-2009

HealthCheckUSA partners with Stop The Thyroid Madness

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Exciting News to Thyroid Patients and Fans of Stop the Thyroid Madness

Stop the Thyroid Madness and HealthCheckUSA have partnered together to develop specific packages and lab testing options that will assist Stop the Thyroid Madness members in managing their condition and taking control of their health. With the guidance of Janie Bowthorpe, leading Thyroid activist, best selling author and media personality and founder of Stop the Thyroid Madness.com; HealthCheckUSA has put together testing options that are the affordable, convenient, and many don’t require a doctor’s order.

HealthCheckUSA is the nation’s leader in low cost, direct-to-consumer blood and lab testing and provides people the ability to access all types of blood, urine and saliva tests without a physician’s referral and at a 50% – 80% savings; perfect for customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, and taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the tests they need.

The lab tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The lab tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days.

Low Cost Thyroid Lab Testing Options at HealthCheckUSA

Thyroid Function Blood Testing Panels

STTM Basic Thyroid (Free T3, Free T4 and TSH)

The HealthCheckUSA STTM Basic Thyroid Blood Testing Panel is a group of tests that includes Free T3, Free T4 and TSH that are often ordered together to help evaluate thyroid gland function and to help diagnose thyroid disorders. The tests included in a thyroid panel measure the amount of thyroid hormones in your blood. These hormones are chemical substances that travel through the bloodstream and control or regulate your body’s metabolism—how it functions and uses energy.

This group of tests would typically cost $325 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $85.00, that’s a savings of $240!

Additional STTM Blood Testing Panels

STTM Ferritin Blood Analysis

Composed of iron and protein, Ferritin is a storehouse for iron in the body. Measurement provides an accurate picture of how much iron you have available in reserve. It is used to evaluate anemia and for diagnosing iron deficiency. Low Ferritin is a sign of iron deficiency. Ferritin is high with inflammation, infection, liver disease, iron overload, certain amends and certain cancers (leukemia and lymphoma). Symptoms of low ferritin include fatigue, depression, weakness, achiness, breathlessness, and/or others.

This test would typically cost $109 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At our price of $45.99, that’s a savings of $63!

STTM Total Iron Panel

The HealthCheckUSA STTM Total Iron Blood Testing Panel is a group of tests that includes Super Chemistry Complete Metabolic Panel, Iron Profile with TIBC, and Ferritin Analysis that are often ordered together to help evaluate metabolic and iron deficiency and to help diagnose heart disease, risk of stroke, Hemochromatosis, liver disease, iron overload and helps diagnose thyroid disorders (conversion of T3 and T4).

This group of tests would typically cost $269 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $119.99, that’s a savings of $149!

STTM Vitamin Deficiency Panel

The HealthCheckUSA STTM Vitamin Deficiency Blood Testing Panel is a group of tests that includes Master Chemistry Complete Metabolic Panel, Vitamin D, 25 Hydroxy, and Vitamin B-12 with Folate that are often ordered together to help evaluate metabolic and Vitamin D deficiency, Vitamin b-12 deficiency and to help diagnose heart disease, risk of stroke, liver disease, and iron overload.

This group of tests would typically cost $350 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $164.00, that’s a savings of $186!

STTM Men’s and Women’s Hormone Lab Testing Panels

STTM Women’s Basic Hormone Assessment

The HealthCheckUSA STTM Women’s Basic Hormone Assessment is a group of blood tests that includes Estradiol (E2), DHEA-S, Testosterone Free and Total, Progesterone and STTM Basic Thyroid Panel (Free T3, Free T4 and TSH) that are often ordered together to help evaluate thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances and to determine stages of menopause.

This group of tests would typically cost $645 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $195, that’s a savings of $450

STTM Women’s Comprehensive Hormone Assessment

The HealthCheckUSA STTM Women’s Comprehensive Hormone Assessment is a group of blood tests that includes LH, FSH, Estradiol (E2), DHEA-S, Testosterone Free and Total, Progesterone and STTM Basic Thyroid Panel (Free T3, Free T4 and TSH) that are often ordered together to help evaluate fertility, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances and to determine stages of menopause.

This group of tests would typically cost $750 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $249, that’s a savings of $500

Blood tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The blood tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days.

Popular tests include: thyroid testing, complete metabolic testing (CMP), complete blood count testing, heart disease testing, cholesterol testing, diabetes testing (HbA1c), prostate cancer testing (PSA), vitamin D testing, vitamin B-12 testing, testing for osteoporosis, iron deficiency testing, testosterone testing to check for Low Testosterone (Low T), estrogen testing for low levels of estrogen, male hormone testing and female hormone testing for hormone imbalances, drug testing, STD testing for herpes, hepatitis A, B and C testing, HIV, Chlamydia, syphilis, and EBV, herpes type 1 and type 2 testing, fertility testing in men, fertility testing in women, infertility testing in men, infertility testing in women, pregnancy testing, and many more. Please go to HealthCheckUSA or call 800-929-7044 for complete details.

Posted by David | Posted on 15-07-2009

HealthCheckUSA Blood Testing Available at 5,000 Locations

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A Few popular Blood Test Ideas From HealthCheckUSA

Super Chemistry plus Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood Testing Panel
Prostate Cancer Blood Test (PSA) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

Super Chemistry plus Thyroid Panel Blood Testing Panel
Thyroid Panel (T3 Uptake, T4 Total and TSH) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

Men’s Blood Testing Panel
PSA, Diabetes Management Test (HbA1c), Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC), Testosterone Total plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com..

Women’s Blood Testing Panel
Thyroid Panel (T3 Uptake, T4 Total and TSH), Diabetes Management Test (HbA1c), Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

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HealthCheckUSA is the nation’s leader in low cost, direct-to-consumer blood and lab testing and provides people the ability to access all types of blood tests without a physician’s referral and at half the price.

Posted by David | Posted on 10-07-2009

HealthCheckUSA now has a Thyroid Blood Testing facebook page

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Posted by David | Posted on 10-07-2009

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The tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available by fax to you or your doctor, or by mail to you (please allow 10 working days for mailing). Results are also available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days. An information sheet with an explanation of each test, including normal reference ranges, accompanies all results.

Posted by David | Posted on 20-05-2009

Thyroid Disorders; “Escape from Inertia”

Category : thyroid screenings, thyroid test

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“Escape From Inertia”
From Experience Life, May 2009

Most of us struggle at some point to overcome a stubborn resistance to exercising. Not sure what’s keeping you from exercising more regularly? Here’s a reason that may be lurking beneath the surface:

Undiagnosed health issues. Hypothyroidism, a condition in which your thyroid doesn’t release enough metabolism-stimulating hormones, can make you unnaturally fatigued and your muscles sore and weak. Even under the best circumstances, this condition can make exercise seem impossible.

More tips for getting - and keeping – your body in motion, even when you don’t feel like it visit http://www.experiencelifemag.com/issues/may-2009/fit-body/escape-from-inertia.html?ht=

If you would like to test your thyroid, click here to order the Thyroid Panel II from HealthCheckUSA.com.

Experience Life Magazine is a partner of HealthCheckUSA.com.