The Who, What, Where, When, and Why of STD Testing

In this day and age, we've all been told that STD testing is important for those who are sexually active, but there is a lot more to know about STD testing than "just do it." Who is a candidate for STD testing? What's involved in the process? When should you be tested for STDs? Why is it so important? Learn what everybody ought to know about STD testing and how getting tested for STDs has never been easier and more convenient.

STD Testing – The Basics

Everyone, sexually active or not, needs to have basic knowledge of STDs and STD testing.

Anyone who is sexually active should receive routine STD testing. This means anyone who participates in sexual activity of any kind, not just vaginal intercourse, is at risk. The risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease is increased for those who have more than one sexual partner.

STD testing can be performed at your doctor's office or local lab. There are various types of STD tests, and not all doctors test for the same diseases. Some STDs may be tested for using blood tests, urine, or cell samples. You may need to have multiple tests depending on your sexual history and possible symptoms.

When it comes to STD testing, the sooner you have it done, the better. Like most diseases, the earlier it is caught, the easier it will be to treat. If you have symptoms of a sexually transmitted disease, the best thing to do is to have yourself and your partner tested. If you're thinking of becoming sexually involved with a new partner, both you and your partner should be tested first. If you have more than one sexual partner, STD testing is recommended yearly.

The Importance of STD Testing

STD testing is important to protect your health and the health of your partner and future partners. The truth is that most people who transmit STDs don't even know they have one. That knowledge can be obtained in a simple test and can help protect both you and your partner.

The spreading of STDs is preventable. Diseases such as Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are easily curable with simple antibiotics. But in order to treat these STDs, you must be aware of them. STD testing is the first step.

You have a responsibility to receive STD testing, not only to protect your partner and to prevent the spreading of STDs, but also to yourself, your body, and your health.

Get a comprehensive STD Panel at LabSafe.com today.

APO-B | Apolipoproteins Blood Test

Apolipoprotein B (APO B) is the primary apolipoprotein of low density lipoproteins (LDL or "bad cholesterol"), which is responsible for carrying cholesterol to tissues. While it is unclear exactly what functional role APO B plays in LDL, it is the primary apolipoprotein component and is absolutely required for its formation. What is clear is that the APO B on the LDL particle acts as a ligand for LDL receptors in various cells throughout the body (i.e. less formally, APO B "unlocks" the doors to cells and thereby delivers cholesterol to them). Through a mechanism that is not fully understood, high levels of APO B can lead to plaques that cause heart disease (atherosclerosis). There is considerable evidence that levels of APO B are a better indicator of heart disease risk than total cholesterol or LDL. However, primarily for practical reasons, cholesterol, and more specifically, LDL-cholesterol, remains the primary lipid target and risk factor for atherosclerosis. Apo B-100 levels may be ordered to monitor the effectiveness of lipid treatment.

This is a simple blood test. You must first fast 12 hours before going into lab. The American Heart Ass. established that APO B100 levels that are associated with coronary heart disease, are even a better predictor of it than is LDL level. Abnormal should be followed up by your primary MD.

To purchase an Apolipoproteins Blood Test or APO-B Test simply order online at LabSafe.com or call us toll-free at (888) 333-LABS

LabSafe November Newsletter

What's new from LabSafe?

Ever wonder what those lab tests at your doctor's office are? We here at LabSafe think it's important to understand medical laboratory tests and we encourage everyone to have appropriate screening tests performed. In this newsletter you will find information on a few lab tests, written by our professional medical staff here at LabSafe.
LabSafe is a direct access, direct to consumer lab testing company, staffed by licensed Medical Doctors and Nurses. Direct access laboratory testing is a new concept. LabSafe has nationwide contracts with major CLIA-certified clinical laboratories. All of our laboratories are certified at both the federal and state level, are approved by the FDA, and perform the same standard tests that are offered through a hospital or doctor's office. Unlike "at home" kits, LabSafe's nationwide network of Patient Services Centers are actual laboratories and draw stations, staffed by certified phlebotomists, experts in blood drawing. With more than 7,000 draw stations nationwide, we are confident we can provide you with a convenient location. Call us toll free at 1-888-333-LABS to find the draw station nearest you.
Because we offer the same high quality tests as your doctor's office or hospital with an emphasis on convenience and privacy, you're more likely to schedule regular testing that could help you maintain or improve your health.
With LabSafe, there's no reason to wait for an opening in your doctor's schedule. Draw appointments can be scheduled on the same day of your call and typically take less than 30 minutes of you valuable time.
The next time you need to have a blood test or urine test, call us toll free at 1-888-333-LABS to check our low prices and receive and additional 10% off! You can also visit our website at http://www.labsafe.com/ to check prices and learn more about lab testing.
With LabSafe, testing is confidential, convenient, reliable, and affordable. Call us today at 1-888-333-LABS and take advantage of your LabSafe Preferred Membership!

PROLACTIN
Prolactin is a peptide hormone primarily associated with lactation. Prolactin is produced from the anterior pituitary gland, it's found in the serum of normal females and males. Prolactin levels may be checked as part of a sex hormone workup, as elevated prolactin secretion can suppress the secretion of Follicle Stimulating Hormone and GnRH (Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone), leading to hypogonadism, and sometimes causing erectile dysfunction in men.
Prolactin should be checked to find the cause of abnormal nipple discharge, or if a woman is not having periods (amenorrhea) or if a woman is having a hard time becoming pregnant, or in a man when a pituitary gland problem is suspected. In addition, a prolactin test may be done to check levels if a man lacks sexual desire or if he has a hard time having an erection. Prolactin levels may be checked when a man's testosterone levels are low, also when a tumor in the pituitary gland is suspected.
The American Cancer Society has stated “(Recent evidence suggests that prolactin may be positively associated with postmenopausal breast cancer risk)”.
As with any test, abnormal results must be followed up with a Physician.


Insulin-like Growth Factor – 1 (IGF)

Insulin-like Growth Factor - 1, sometimes called IGF1, is made by the liver, "triggered" by Human Growth Hormone, and responsible for much of what is attributed to human growth hormone. Testing should be done to identify diseases and conditions caused by deficiencies and overproduction of growth hormone (GH), to evaluate pituitary function, and to monitor the effectiveness of GH treatment.
In adults, abnormally low levels of GH and/or IGF-1 may cause subtle, nonspecific symptoms such as decreased bone density, fatigue, adverse lipid changes, and reduced exercise tolerance.
In adults, abnormally high levels of GH and/or IGF-1 may cause deepened, husky voice, enlarged organs - liver, heart, kidneys, and spleen, enlarged tongue, erectile dysfunction, headaches and visual disturbances, joint pain and swelling, and menstrual cycle irregularities. This is a simply blood test. As with all tests any abnormal results should be reviewed with your Primary Physician.

To purchase a Blood Test for Prolactin Levels or IGF-1 test simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/534/ or http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/453/ respectively, or visit our website at http://www.labsafe.com/

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

Gonorrhea Testing

Gonorrhea

Neisseria gonorrhea infection is the second most reported STD in the U.S ( Chlamydia is number one). While infection rates had been declining since 1996 a 42% increase was noted in eight western states during 2002-2005 as stated by the Center for Disease Control.

Gonorrhea infection increases the risk for pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, ectopic pregnancy and the transmission of HIV. A simple urine test (no invasive swab) called NAAT (nucleic acid amplification test) is considered the most sensitive test available today, according to the CDC, more accurate than cultures or other methods. This test will also detect the presence of Chlamydia. Protect yourself and your loved ones and ask for the Chlamydia/Gonorrhea NAAT test today.

To purchase a Gonorrhea test and other STD testing simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/120/ or visit our website at http://www.labsafe.com/

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

LabSafe Featured in DM Review

LabSafe and SLI Systems Put Critical Medical Information in Customers' Hands More Quickly

Product Review published in DM Review MagazineJuly 2007 Issue


By Product Reviewer


Review of: SLI Learning Search and Site Champion from SLI Systems
REVIEWER: Brian Lunn, CEO of LabSafe.
BACKGROUND: LabSafe is an online laboratory products and services provider with a mission to expand the field of preventative medicine by increasing consumer access to affordable laboratory tests and testing education. LabSafe's previous site search solution didn't match search results to inquiries, which frustrated users who left the site. The company began looking for a search solution that could deliver relevant site search results and manage traffic from natural searches.
PLATFORMS: SLI Systems hosts LabSafe's search solutions via the Internet.
PROBLEM SOLVED: LabSafe turned to SLI Systems' hosted site search and automated search engine optimization solutions, Learning Search and Site Champion. Learning Search allows LabSafe to customize site search functionality so that if users misspell a search term, they'll still receive the correct results. Learning Search also automatically ranks search results by popularity so customers can easily find the right products. LabSafe employed Site Champion to attract more site traffic from natural search engines. Site Champion uses visitors' own site search terms to automatically create related search engine links for each page of the company's site, which are crawled by search-engine spiders. As a side benefit, the more search-bot hits that LabSafe.com receives, the higher LabSafe.com ranks on Google's or Yahoo!'s page rankings.
PRODUCT FUNCTIONALITY: Learning Search automatically learns from user behavior by tracking the search terms people use and the resulting items they click on to deliver search results based on popularity. This tells LabSafe which terms the company should link products to and include in product descriptions to improve search relevance. Site Champion integrates with Learning Search by tracking terms that LabSafe's visitors use during site search and generating keyword links relevant to each page on LabSafe.com. When users click on these related search links, they're presented with search results for that keyword from LabSafe.com. Since deploying Learning Search and Site Champion in September 2006, LabSafe has seen a steady increase in revenues, a 3.5 percent increase in site traffic and an 18 percent increase in online orders. Because SLI hosts the search offerings on their own servers, which has handled sites with more than 20 million-plus searches a day, LabSafe doesn't worry about their own servers becoming overloaded.
STRENGTHS: A strength is Learning Search's ability to track visitors' aggregate search terms and corresponding items clicked on and use that data to deliver more relevant results based on popularity. Site Champion automatically generates related searches from terms that LabSafe's visitors use daily during site searches. Rather than making LabSafe's Web team guess which search keywords to use, Site Champion turns customer search terms into a tool to improve search navigation.
WEAKNESSES: LabSafe.com allows customers to order individual products or bundle them. When the company first implemented Learning Search, some products showed up twice in search results - as individual products and parts of a package. So, SLI configured Learning Search to recognize and return duplicate product search results as only one product.
SELECTION CRITERIA: SLI Systems' products work with Google better than other site search vendors. Google can't endorse any companies, but in our meeting with them they said they couldn't find fault with SLI Systems and confirmed the company does not manipulate their engine to achieve unnatural search results.
DELIVERABLES: Learning Search provides LabSafe with comprehensive weekly reports on all aspects of search activity, including the areas that need attention. Accessible online or via email, the reports include standard information, such as the number of searches performed, and allow the site owner to drill down into an item for more information, including which keyword searches provided poor results, which spelling suggestions or sorting options were used and the most visited pages/products.
VENDOR SUPPORT: Support is excellent. LabSafe gives SLI Systems its highest accolades for customer support, especially for troubleshooting the original search-bot issue.
DOCUMENTATION: Because SLI hosts and manages LabSafe's search services, the company doesn't have to rely on the documentation.

Get a Blood Test or STD Testing done safely, easily and confidentially, without a doctor's visit at LabSafe.com

August Newsletter - Lyme Disease, Homocysteine, and PSA Testing

What's new from LabSafe?


Ever wonder what those lab tests at your doctor's office are? We here at LabSafe think it's important to understand medical laboratory tests and we encourage everyone to have appropriate screening tests performed. In this newsletter you will find information on a few lab tests, written by our professional medical staff here at LabSafe.
LabSafe is a direct access, direct to consumer lab testing company, staffed by licensed Medical Doctors and Nurses. Direct access laboratory testing is a new concept. LabSafe has nationwide contracts with major CLIA-certified clinical laboratories. All of our laboratories are certified at both the federal and state level, are approved by the FDA, and perform the same standard tests that are offered through a hospital or doctor's office. Unlike "at home" kits, LabSafe's nationwide network of Patient Services Centers are actual laboratories and draw stations, staffed by certified phlebotomists, experts in blood drawing. With more than 7,000 draw stations nationwide, we are confident we can provide you with a convenient location. Call us toll free at 1-888-333-LABS to find the draw station nearest you.
Because we offer the same high quality tests as your doctor's office or hospital with an emphasis on convenience and privacy, you're more likely to schedule regular testing that could help you maintain or improve your health.
With LabSafe, there's no reason to wait for an opening in your doctor's schedule. Draw appointments can be scheduled on the same day of your call and typically take less than 30 minutes of you valuable time.
The next time you need to have a blood test or urine test, call us toll free at 1-888-333-LABS to check our low prices and receive and additional 10% off! You can also visit our website at www.labsafe.com to check prices and learn more about lab testing.
With LabSafe, testing is confidential, convenient, reliable, and affordable. Call us today at 1-888-333-LABS and take advantage of your LabSafe Preferred Membership!

Lyme disease

Lyme disease is an infection caused by a bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi, which is carried primarily by the deer tick. People bitten by an infected tick develop this inflammatory disease, which first affects the skin and then may spread to the joints, nervous system, and other body systems. A rash may appear within 1-2 weeks. The rash usually is red and may surround the location of the tick bite in what is sometimes referred to as a "bull's eye" pattern. Other symptoms may include arthritis-like joint pain, fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and stiff neck.
There are tests that can diagnose Lyme disease. One measures the levels of antibodies in the body that have developed against the Borrelia burgdorferi spirochete (bacterium). This test may appear negative if it is done in the first few weeks after infection. Therefore, if symptoms persist, the test should be repeated a few weeks later. A Western blot or DNA-based test also may be performed to confirm an initial screening test. The Western blot test is more accurate because it is used to examine the blood for antibodies specific to Borrelia burgdorferi. A DNA-based test based on the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) may also be done and is even more sensitive; it is used to detect the genetic material of the infecting bacteria.
If untreated, Lyme disease can lead to more severe symptoms can, including painful arthritis, joint swelling, heart problems, and central nervous system problems that could lead to mental disorders. Fortunately, with early detection and treatment, Lyme disease can be cured. There are several oral antibiotics available to treat this disease.

The American Lyme Disease Foundation had stated, “The ELISA screens for elevated blood levels of antibodies produced in response to Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. If performed at least 4 weeks after a tick bite, this test will identify virtually all patients with Lyme disease”.
As with all test the results should be reviewed with your Primary physician.


HOMOCYSTEINE

Homocysteine is an amino acid. Homocysteine is increasingly being recognized as an important risk factor for a number of common medical conditions. Elevated levels of homocysteine have been linked to increased risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Osteoporosis, and Diabetes. According to WHO (World Health Organization) estimates, each year 16.7 million people die globally from cardiovascular disease. Those with dangerously high homocysteine levels increase their risk of a heart attack by 50%. Early identification of high homocysteine levels is important. A simple homocysteine blood test could save your life.Traditional risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) can only explain approximately two thirds of observed clinical events, such as heart attacks and strokes. Homocysteine is not a traditional risk factor but has been strongly implicated in CAD and is thought to play a significant role in the development of CAD. Epidemiological studies over the past 30 years have shown that increased concentrations of homocysteine are associated with vascular disease, including cardiovascular disease and peripheral arteriovascular disease. This link is independent of other risk factors, is consistent across many studies, and is strongly related to the concentration of homocysteine in the blood. That is, the higher the homocysteine level, the greater the risk of CAD. Homocysteine promotes injury to the walls of blood vessels by oxidants, thus contributing to the hardening of arteries and other blood vessels. Studies have shown that blood homocysteine levels can be reduced by dietary supplements of folic acid and B vitamins. Taking antioxidants has shown to be beneficial, and it is theorized that antioxidants may diminish homocysteine induced oxidant damage.

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
PSA is a protein produced primarily by cells in the prostate, a small gland that encircles the urethra in males and produces a fluid that makes up part of semen. Most of the PSA that the prostate produces is released into this fluid, but small amounts of it are also released into the bloodstream. PSA exists in two forms in the blood: free (not bound) and complexed (bound to a protein). The most frequently measured PSA test is the total PSA, which measures the sum of the free PSA and the cPSA (PSA complexed with other plasma proteins). When a doctor orders a “PSA test,” he is referring to a total PSA. Free PSA and cPSA tests can also be ordered individually. The tests that measure them were developed to better differentiate between cancer-related and non-cancer-related PSA increases. Both of the tests operate on the principle that patients with prostate cancer frequently have altered ratios of the two forms of PSA - decreased amounts of free PSA and increased amounts of cPSA. A free PSA is primarily ordered when a patient has a moderately elevated total PSA that does not appear to be caused by a non-cancer-related condition. The results give the doctor additional information about whether a patient is at an increased risk of having prostate cancer and help with the decision of whether to biopsy the prostate. In some men, PSA may rise temporarily due to other prostate conditions, especially infection. A recent study found that in about half of men with a high PSA, values later return to normal. Some authorities recommend that a high PSA should be repeated (between 6 weeks and 3 months after the high PSA) before taking any further action. Some physicians will prescribe a course of antibiotics if there is evidence that there is infection of the prostate.May 1, 2001 -- Recently revised guidelines from the American Cancer Society identify Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) as the most accurate method for early detection of prostate cancer-superior, even, to Digital Rectal Exam (DRE).

To purchase Lyme Disease testing, a Homocysteine blood test, or PSA test simply order online at LabSafe or visit our website at http://www.labsafe.com/

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

Testing For Lactose Intolerance

Lactose Tolerance Test


A Lactose Tolerance Test is a test that measures the ability of your intestines to digest lactose. A naturally occurring enzyme called Lactase is needed for proper metabolism of Lactose (the sugar in milk and dairy products). An intolerance of lactose may cause excess gas, diarrhea, bloating and stomach aches. These symptoms, in turn, can lead to a poor diet and undernourishment. Furthermore, even with a great diet, diarrhea can prevent the body from having a chance to absorb needed nutrients, leading to undernutrition, malnutrition, fatigue and/or general malaise.

According to the University of Maryland many types of birth controll pills and non-dairy coffee creamers also contain lactose. Lactose intolerance can be very uncomfortable but yet is very easily treated. Awareness is the first step. Working with your physician through trail and error, you can determine what amount and type of lactose-containing products you can tolerate.

To purchase a Lactose Tolerance test simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/464/ or visit our website at http://www.labsafe.com/

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

Homocysteine Blood Testing

HOMOCYSTEINE TESTING


Homocysteine is an amino acid. Homocysteine is increasingly being recognized as an important risk factor for a number of common medical conditions. Elevated levels of homocysteine have been linked to increased risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Osteoporosis, and Diabetes. According to WHO (World Health Organization) estimates, each year 16.7 million people die globally from cardiovascular disease. Those with dangerously high homocysteine levels increase their risk of a heart attack by 50%. Early identification of high homocysteine levels is important. A simple homocysteine blood test could save your life.

Traditional risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) can only explain approximately two thirds of observed clinical events, such as heart attacks and strokes. Homocysteine is not a traditional risk factor but has been strongly implicated in CAD and is thought to play a significant role in the development of CAD. Epidemiological studies over the past 30 years have shown that increased concentrations of homocysteine are associated with vascular disease, including cardiovascular disease and peripheral arteriovascular disease. This link is independent of other risk factors, is consistent across many studies, and is strongly related to the concentration of homocysteine in the blood. That is, the higher the homocysteine level, the greater the risk of CAD.

Homocysteine promotes injury to the walls of blood vessels by oxidants, thus contributing to the hardening of arteries and other blood vessels. Studies have shown that blood homocysteine levels can be reduced by dietary supplements of folic acid and B vitamins. Taking antioxidants has shown to be beneficial, and it is theorized that antioxidants may diminish homocysteine induced oxidant damage.

To purchase a Homocysteine test simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/438/ or visit our website at www.labsafe.com

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

Testing For Lead Exposure

Lead

This test measures the current lead level in your blood. Lead is a soft metal present in the environment. When it is inhaled or ingested, lead can cause damage to the brain, organs, and nervous system. Even at low levels, it can cause irreversible damage without causing symptoms. In an infant, lead can cause permanent cognitive impairment, behavioral disorders, and developmental delays. Lead exposure can cause weakness, anemia, nausea, weight loss, fatigue, headaches, stomach pain, and kidney, nervous system, and reproductive dysfunction. Lead can be passed from mothers to their unborn children and can cause miscarriages and premature births.

In the past, lead was used in paints, gasoline, water pipes, and other household products such as the solder used in canned food. Although these uses have been limited in the U.S., lead is still used in many products and industrial processes both in the U.S. and around the world. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has stated Homes built prior to 1978 is likely to contain lead-based paint and lead-contaminated household dust, especially if the house was built prior to 1950. Soil surrounding these houses may also be contaminated with lead. Lead-based pigments are available in the U.S. in the form of artistic paints and glazes.

There is not yet a national guideline for blood lead screening in adults as there is for children. The clinical cut-off values for elevated blood lead currently vary from state to state. According to the CDC’s Adult Blood Lead Surveillance program (ABLES), a national health objective is to reduce all blood levels in adults to less than or equal to 25 micrograms per deciliter.

Lead testing may be done when symptoms suggest potential lead poisoning. These symptoms are non-specific and may include fatigue, changes in mood, nausea, prolonged stomach distress, headache, tremors, weight loss, peripheral neuropathy, anemia, reproductive failure, encephalopathy, memory loss, seizures, and coma. Many children have no symptoms at the time of the exposure, but potentially permanent damage can still be occurring. Testing for lead exposure should be considered in children presenting with growth failure, anemia, sleep problems, hearing loss, or speech, language or attention deficits.

The higher the test result, the more lead is in your blood. However, the amount of lead in the blood does not necessarily reflect the total amount of lead in your body. This is because lead travels from the lungs and intestinal tract to the blood and organs, and then is gradually removed from the blood and organs and stored in tissues such as bones and teeth. Blood lead concentrations represent recent exposure or chronic exposure. The danger that a particular lead level represents depends on the age and health of the person, the amount of lead they are exposed to, and the amount of time that they are exposed to elevated lead.

As with any test, abnormal results must be followed up with a Physician.

To purchase a lead test simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/468/ or visit our website at www.labsafe.com

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.

Testing for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are chronic disorders that affect about a million people in the United States. Characterized by swollen and damaged tissues in the lining of the intestinal tract, these conditions vary in severity from patient to patient and change over time. Periods of active disease may alternate with periods of remission. During a flare-up, a patient may experience frequent bouts of watery and/or bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, and fever. Between these flare-ups, symptoms frequently diminish. Many patients may go through extended periods of remission before another flare-up occurs.

The cause of IBD is not known, but these diseases are thought to be due to an autoimmune process that has been triggered by a genetic predisposition, a viral illness, and/or an environmental factor. IBD affects both sexes equally and is seen most frequently in Caucasians who live in industrialized countries. The most common inflammatory bowel diseases are Crohn disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). Both may affect anyone at any age.

Laboratory Tests that may be ordered to rule out other causes of diarrhea and inflammation include:

1. Stool culture to look for bacterial infection
2. O&P (Ova and parasite) to detect parasites
3. Clostridium difficile to detect toxin created by bacterial infection; may be seen following antibiotic therapy
4. Fecal occult blood to look for blood in the stool
5. Stool WBC to detect white blood cells in the stool
6. IBD test ASCA (Saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodies), IgG and IgA. ASCA IgG is found in 80% of CD patients and in about 20% of those with UC. ASCA IgA is found in 35% of CD patients but in less than 1% of those with UC.
7. Celiac Disease tests

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation stated “the more informed you are about IBD, the more equipped you'll be to participate as an active member of your treatment.”

To purchase an Inflammatory Bowel Disease Profile test simply order online at LabSafe at http://www.labsafe.com/lab-tests/test/450/ or visit our website at www.labsafe.com

For more information, or to speak with a member of our professional Medical Staff, call LabSafe toll free at 1-888-333-LABS.