Women's Health Basic Panel in Portland

• CBC (Complete Blood Count): Measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets. Helps detect conditions like anemia, infection, and many other disorders.
• CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel): A group of 14 tests that evaluate your liver and kidney function, blood sugar levels, blood proteins, and electrolyte and fluid balance.

• Estrogen: Measures the levels of estrogen hormones, which can affect fertility, menstrual cycles, and identify hormonal imbalances.

• Ferritin: Indicates the amount of stored iron in your body, which can help diagnose iron deficiency anemia or other health issues.
• High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP): Used to evaluate inflammation and risk of cardiovascular disease.
• Iron: Tests for iron deficiency or overload, contributing to conditions such as anemia or hemochromatosis.
• Lipid Panel: Measures the levels of different types of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. Used to assess the risk of cardiovascular disease.
• Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Evaluates thyroid function and can indicate hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
• Urinalysis: Checks for a wide range of disorders, such as urinary tract infection, kidney disease, and diabetes.

• Fasting: You may need to fast (not eat or drink anything except water) for 8-12 hours before some of these tests, especially the CMP and Lipid Panel.
• Medications: Inform your doctor about any medications, vitamins, or supplements you're taking, as some might affect the test results.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water before the urinalysis to ensure you can provide a urine sample.

• Blood Sample: A lab technician or phlebotomist will draw blood from a vein in your arm for the CBC, CMP, Estrogen, Ferritin, hs-CRP, Iron, Lipid Panel, and TSH tests. The process is quick and involves minimal discomfort, similar to any standard blood test.
• Urine Sample: You'll be asked to provide a urine sample in a sterile container for the urinalysis.

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.