Heart Health Basic Panel

• Complete Blood Count (CBC): Evaluates the overall health of your blood by measuring various components, such as red and white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets. This can help detect conditions like anemia.
• C-Reactive Protein (CRP), High Sensitivity (HS): Measures the level of CRP, a marker of inflammation in the body. High levels can indicate inflammation that may be linked to heart disease.
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP): Assesses kidney and liver function, blood sugar levels, and electrolyte and fluid balance, providing insight into your body's metabolic health.
• Homocysteine: Measures the level of homocysteine, an amino acid in the blood. Elevated homocysteine levels are associated with a higher risk of coronary artery disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease.
• Lipid Panel: Tests for levels of total cholesterol, LDL ("bad" cholesterol), HDL ("good" cholesterol), and triglycerides. This information is crucial for assessing the risk of heart disease.
• Urinalysis, Complete: A comprehensive test that examines the appearance, concentration, and content of urine. It helps identify issues with kidney function and metabolic disorders that could affect heart health.

• Fasting: Fasting for 8-12 hours before the test may be recommended, especially for the Lipid Panel and CMP, to ensure accuracy.
• Medications: Inform your healthcare provider about any medications, vitamins, or supplements you are taking, as they can affect test results.
• Appointment Timing: Schedule the test as advised by your healthcare provider, taking any fasting requirements into account.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water before the urinalysis to ensure you can provide a urine sample.

• Sample Collection: The panel involves drawing blood from a vein in your arm and, for the urinalysis, providing a urine sample. These procedures are generally quick and involve minimal discomfort.
• Duration: The collection process is generally quick, with the actual samplings taking a few minutes each. Allow additional time for registration and waiting at the clinic.

Depending on the results, further testing or follow-up appointments may be necessary. It is essential to discuss your test results with your healthcare provider, who can offer an interpretation and recommend any next steps or treatment.