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17-á-Hydroxyprogesterone
Markedly elevated in patients with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (adrenogenital syndrome) due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency; evaluate hirsutism and/or infertility; assess certain adrenal or ovarian tumors with endocrine activity
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5-Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid (HIAA), Quantitative, 24-Hour Urine
This test is used to aid in the diagnosis of carcinoid tumors. A serotonin analysis is performed for the diagnosis of carcinoid tumors of the enterochromaffin (Kultschitzsky) cells of the small intestine. These tumor cells release large amounts of serotonin, which can produce the clinical syndrome of flushing, diarrhea, and right-sided heart failure.A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Acromegaly Screen (Basic)
Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder. It develops when your pituitary gland, located deep in the brain, produces too much growth hormone (GH). Growth hormone affects growth of all tissues of the body, especially bone.This screen is used to aid in the diagnosis of acromegaly. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Acromegaly Screen (Comprehensive)
Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder. It develops when your pituitary gland, located deep in the brain, produces too much growth hormone (GH). Growth hormone affects growth of all tissues of the body, especially bone.This screen is used to aid in the diagnosis of acromegaly. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Acute Pancreatitis Panel
Pancreatitis is a condition that occurs when the pancreas, an organ behind the stomach, becomes swollen and painful. The pancreas produces digestive enzymes and insulin. The digestive enzymes flow into the small intestine to help break down food. Insulin is released into the blood to control the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Addison's Disease Screen (Basic)
Addisons disease occurs when the adrenal glands (located above each kidney) do not work normally and do not produce enough hormones. Addisons disease may also be called chronic adrenal insufficiency or hypocortisolism.This screen is used to aid in the diagnosis of Addisons disease. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Addison's Disease Screen (Comprehensive)
Addisons disease occurs when the adrenal glands (located above each kidney) do not work normally and do not produce enough hormones. Addisons disease may also be called chronic adrenal insufficiency or hypocortisolism.This screen is used to aid in the diagnosis of Addisons disease. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. This test provides a differential diagnosis of Cushing syndrome, ectopic ACTH syndrome, Addison disease, hypopituitarism, and ACTH-producing pituitary tunors.A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) (SGPT) (GPT)
The ALT level is tested to look for and evaluate damage to the liver. This test measures the amount of an enzyme called glutamate pyruvate transaminase (GPT) in your blood. This enzyme is found in many body tissues in small amounts, but it is very concentrated in the liver. It is released into the blood when cells that contain it are damaged. A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Albumin, Serum
Albumin is a protein produced in the liver. The Albumin test is usually ordered to help diagnose disorders of the kidney or liver, and to evaluate nutritional status. A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Alkaline Phosphatase, Serum
This test measures the amount of the enzyme alkaline phosphatase in your blood. This enzyme is present in most tissues but is especially concentrated in the liver and bones. A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Allergen Profile - Perennial Allergens
The Perennial Allergen Profile can determine what causes your allergy symptoms. Examples of common allergy symptoms are sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, itching, swelling, hives, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. The Perennial Allergen Profile will test for reaction from a variety of substances in the environment, such as pollen, dust mites and animal hair. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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Allergen Profile (AK)
The Allergen Profile can determine what causes your allergy symptoms. Examples of common allergy symptoms are sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, itching, swelling, hives, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. This Allergen Profile is custom tailored for persons living in Alaska. Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
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