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[bigfatty]

I heard their tests will range from $20-$40

[johnnyboy845]

whats this all about???? bloodwork sent out taken at home??? tell me more

[bigfatty]

i just talked to the guy, you buy the test(s) and you report to one of their collection points in your city. you then get your results within 1-3 days, no questions asked. walk in and walk out then keep checking your email for your results. its cheap too.

[swellin]

After reading your post, I emailed him too. He said that it should be up and running in the next 3-4 weeks. He also mentioned a big discount in the first month of service.

[swassy]

this sound good. but why not just see the doctor? if you have isnsurance its usually pretty cheap but then again i don't know if the insurance will pay for monthly or weekly test if thats what you want or unless you don't have insurance.

and also what do they test for for 20-40 dollars?

[bigfatty]

if you see a dr you have to try to go through all the crap of explaining, then insurance gets nosey, and it could show on your med records, not everybody has a cool dr or insurance.

[swellin]

This is an excerpt from the email I received:

...so that we can get our blood work done anytime we may need to know our status do to certain toxins and/or drugs. Our business has access to over 4000 tests and over 1200 blood collection sites around the USA. We are not up and running yet (3-4 weeks),however, here is a sample of some popular tests and approximate cost. liver panel $30 renal panel $28 lipid profile/ratios $28 and perhaps specials such as liver and renal $50. i hope this helps, and remember for our grand opening(for the first month) most tests will be $10-$15...

Maybe that will help explain a little. I guess we will have to wait until they open to find out everything.

[bigfatty]

i wish i had this service when i was using the 17aa's. instead i was in suspense because the doc said too much testing will make my insurance co. start an investigation.

[hardscience]

I get a script from my doc and get a $15 copay that gives me liver, cholesteral(sp), test levels, blah, blah, blah.

[BigD]

Yeah, I get everything done confidentially by a family practitioner who went to med school with my father. ALL tests, no questions asked and no records, for a $25 copay. Hell I even get scripts and free samples. Something doesn't quite sound right about that blood test service.

[jack hust]

i agree bass

[trip]

Note he mentions each test individually, sounds legit, yet thinking you can get blood work done el cheapo, ain't going to happen.

Most places charge like this guy, x amount of dollars for x amount of info. That's just the market place, don't see how he could change that.

[gearedup]

I usually go to my doctor I feel better and also get his advice plus I have insurance!

[jack hust]

i go to my doc 15.00 every time

[god smacked]

This place is cheaper!

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For one, when you goto a Doctor for a blood workup, it goes into your medical file and thus could create problems down the road!

THE COMPREHENSIVE WELLNESS PROFILE (CWP) $89

The Comprehensive Wellness Profile ™ consists of the following panels with details below:
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Thyroid Profile w/TSH
Lipid Profile
Liver Profile
Kidney Panel
Minerals and Bone
Fluids and Electrolytes
Diabetes

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Complete Blood Count
WBC-White blood cells are the body's primary defense against disease. White blood cells help fight infection.

RBC-Red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide to all cells. Iron deficiency will lower RBC.

Hemoglobin-A chemical compound inside red cells that transports oxygen through the blood stream to all cells of the body. Oxygen is needed for healthy organs. Hemoglobin gives the red color to blood.

Lymphocytes-The results of this and basophils, eosinophils, monocytes and neutrophils deal with white blood cell function. Important to the body's defense against infection. Also important in the assessment of nutritional status.

Monocytes- The results of this and basophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and neutrophils deal with white blood cell function. Important to the body's defense against infection. Also important in the assessment of nutritional status.

MCH Mean- corpuscular hemoglobin is one way to measure the average hemoglobin concentration within red blood cells, which varies from normal with different diseases.

MCHC Mean- corpuscular hemoglobin concentration.

MCV Mean- corpuscular volume measures red blood cell volume.
Monocytes Important in the assessment of nutritional status.

Neutrophils- The results of this and basophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes deal with white blood cell function. Important to the body's defense against infection. Also important in the assessment of nutritional status.

Platelets- Blood cell particles involved with the forming of blood clots.
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Liver Profile
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT or SGPT)- an enzyme found primarily in the liver. Abnormalities may represent liver disease.

Albumin - serum one of the major proteins in the blood and a reflection of the general state of
nutrition.

Albumin/Globulin ratio - Calculated by dividing the albumin by the globulin.

Alkaline phosphatase - A body protein important in diagnosing proper bone and liver functions.

Aspartate aminotransferase (AST or SGOT) - an enzyme found in skeletal and heart muscle, liver and other organs. Abnormalities may represent liver disease.

Bilirubin - Total A chemical involved with liver functions. High concentrations may result in jaundice.

Gamma Glutamyl transferase (GGTP) - an enzyme which can be an early indicator of liver abnormalities. It is highly sensitive to recent ingestion of alcohol.

Globulin, Total - A major group of proteins in the blood comprising the infection fighting antibodies.

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) - An enzyme found mostly in the heart, muscles, liver, kidney, brain, and red blood cells. When an organ of the body is damaged, LDH is released in greater quantity into the blood stream.

Protein, Total - Together with albumin, it is a measure of the state of nutrition in the body.
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Kidney Panel
Urea Nitrogen (BUN) - A by-product of protein metabolism eliminated through the kidneys. BUN is an indicator of kidney function.

Creatinine, Serum - An indicator of kidney function.

Uric acid - Another by-product of protein metabolism eliminated through the kidneys. Uric acid is an indicator of kidney function.

Bun/Creatinine - Ratio Calculated by dividing the BUN by the Creatinine.
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Thyroid Panel
The thyroid gland synthesizes, stores and releases hormones. The hormones secreted are iodine containing amino acids, thyroxine (T4) and triiodo-thyronine (T3). The thyroid hormones influence a diversity of metabolic processes. These tests help to evaluate thyroid hormones that control the body's metabolic rate.
Total T-4 (Thyroxine)
T-3 uptake
Free-Thyroxine Index (FTI) T-7
TSH
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Cardiovascular Function
Cholesterol, Total - A sterol in the blood. Knowing your cholesterol may be as important as knowing your blood pressure. Elevated cholesterol is associated with an increasing risk of coronary heart disease.

HDL - Cholesterol High-density lipoproteins are believed to take cholesterol away from cells and transport it back to the liver for processing or removal. They have become known as the "good" cholesterol as persons with high levels of HDL may have less heart disease. Low HDL could be the result of smoking and lack of exercise.
LDL - Cholesterol Low-density lipoproteins contain the greatest percentage of cholesterol and may be responsible for depositing cholesterol on the artery walls. For that reason, they could be known as the "bad" cholesterol.

Cholesterol/HDL Ratio - Calculated by dividing the total cholesterol by the HDL. Ratio used by physicians in determining your relative risk for developing cardiovascular heart disease.

Triglycerides - Triglycerides is a fat in the blood responsible for providing energy to the cells of the body. Triglycerides should be less than 400 mg/dl even in a non-fasting state.
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Bone And Minerals
Iron, Total - An abnormally low test result may indicate iron deficiency anemia.

Calcium - A mineral essential for development and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. It is important also for the normal function of muscles, nerves and blood clotting.

Phosphorus - Together with calcium, it is essential for healthy development of bones and teeth. Associated with hormone imbalance, bone disease and kidney disease. It is found mainly in bones and teeth. NOTE: a temporary drop in phosphorus level can be seen after a meal.
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Fluids & Electrolytes
Chloride, Serum - Similar to sodium, it helps to maintain the body's electrolyte balance.

Potassium - Helps to control the nerves and muscles.

Sodium, Serum - One of the major salts in the body fluid; sodium is important in the body's water balance and the electrical activity of nerves and muscles.
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Diabetes
Glucose - Blood sugar level, the most direct single test to uncover diabetes, may be used not only to identify diabetes, but also to evaluate how one controls the disease.