Lab Panels: Request & Analysis
Your Health Journey Starts Here: Lab Requests & Readings at Medstream Lab
At Medstream Lab, we understand that accurate laboratory testing is the cornerstone of effective healthcare and proactive wellness. Our state-of-the-art laboratory department is dedicated to providing precise, reliable, and timely diagnostic insights that empower both you and your healthcare provider.
Requesting Your Tests: Whether recommended by your Medstream physician, referred by an external specialist, or initiated through our convenient wellness programs, Medstream Lab streamlines the process of ordering your necessary tests. We ensure that every request is handled with meticulous care, guiding you through the collection process with comfort and efficiency. Our goal is to make accessing vital diagnostic information as seamless as possible, including options for in-clinic collection or our popular home sample collection service for your utmost convenience.
MedStream Lab Panels
Comprehensive Wellness Panel
Includes: Complete Blood Count (CBC), Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) (Glucose, BUN, Creatinine, eGFR, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, CO2, Calcium, Protein (Total), Albumin, Globulin, A/G Ratio, Bilirubin (Total), Alkaline Phosphatase, ALT, AST), Lipid Panel (Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides), Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), HbA1c, Vitamin D (25-OH).
Benefit: Provides a foundational understanding of your current health status, helping you and your doctor identify general areas for improvement or further investigation.
Criteria:
Are you due for a general health check-up or annual screening?
Do you want a broad overview of your overall health, including organ function, blood counts, and vitamin D levels?
Are you looking to screen for common conditions like anemia, thyroid issues, or early signs of diabetes?
Are you proactive about maintaining general well-being and identifying potential issues early?
Advanced Metabolic Health Panel
Includes: HbA1c, Fasting Glucose, Fasting Insulin, Lipid Panel with ApoB, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), and Homocysteine.
Benefit: Offers detailed insights into blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, and advanced cardiovascular inflammation markers, empowering targeted lifestyle changes and risk reduction strategies.
Criteria:
Do you have a family history of diabetes, heart disease, or stroke?
Are you experiencing symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, or difficulty losing weight, which might suggest metabolic issues?
Do you want a more in-depth assessment of your cardiovascular risk beyond standard cholesterol levels?
Are you tracking progress with a healthy diet and exercise plan and want to see how it impacts your metabolic markers?
Men's Hormone Vitality Panel
Includes: Total Testosterone, Free Testosterone (Calculated or Direct), Estradiol, DHEA-S, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Prolactin.
Benefit: Provides a comprehensive view of key male hormones, helping to identify potential imbalances contributing to reduced vitality, energy, and overall well-being.
Criteria:
Are you experiencing decreased energy, persistent fatigue, or unexplained changes in mood or sleep?
Have you noticed a decrease in libido, muscle mass, or an increase in body fat?
Are you over 30 and curious about your baseline hormone levels, or suspect a hormonal imbalance?
Are you considering hormone optimization and want to discuss it with a healthcare provider with objective data?
Women's Hormone & Cycle Balance Panel
Includes: Estradiol, Progesterone, Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Prolactin, DHEA-S, Thyroid Panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4), Cortisol (AM and PM samples).
Benefit: Offers critical insights into female reproductive and stress hormones, vital for understanding menstrual health, menopausal transitions, fertility, and the impact of stress on overall hormonal equilibrium.
Criteria:
Are you experiencing irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, or other symptoms associated with perimenopause or menopause?
Do you suffer from unexplained mood swings, persistent fatigue, or changes in your skin/hair?
Are you investigating fertility concerns or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
Do you want to understand how stress might be impacting your hormonal balance (Cortisol)?
Comprehensive Vitamin & Mineral Panel
Includes: Vitamin D (25-OH), Vitamin B12, Folate, Iron Panel (Iron, Ferritin, Total Iron Binding Capacity - TIBC), Magnesium (Red Blood Cell or Serum), Zinc, Calcium (Total and Ionized).
Benefit: Identifies crucial vitamin and mineral deficiencies or excesses, providing clear data to optimize your diet and supplementation for improved energy, immunity, bone health, and overall vitality.
Criteria:
Do you experience chronic fatigue, low energy, or general malaise?
Are you on a restrictive diet (e.g., vegan, vegetarian, specific allergy diets) and concerned about nutrient intake?
Do you have specific health concerns like brittle nails, hair loss, or bone density issues?
Are you taking supplements and want to confirm their effectiveness or avoid over-supplementation?
Food Sensitivity & Allergy Screen (IgG/IgE)
Includes: IgG antibody testing for 96 common food antigens, and/or IgE antibody testing for common environmental and food allergens.
Benefit: Helps pinpoint potential food sensitivities (IgG) or true allergies (IgE) that may be contributing to chronic symptoms, enabling informed dietary adjustments for better digestive health, reduced inflammation, and improved well-being.
Criteria:
Do you frequently experience digestive issues like bloating, gas, IBS symptoms, or unexplained stomach discomfort after eating certain foods?
Are you dealing with chronic skin issues (e.g., eczema, acne) that don't seem to respond to conventional treatments?
Do you suffer from unexplained headaches, fatigue, joint pain, or brain fog that might be food-related?
Do you want to identify potential inflammatory food triggers to guide an elimination diet or personalized nutrition plan?
Genetic Health & Predisposition Panel
Includes: MTHFR, APOE, specific pharmacogenomic markers, or a general wellness genetic panel profile.
Benefit: Unlocks insights into your unique genetic blueprint, allowing for highly personalized lifestyle, diet, and potentially medication choices to optimize health and mitigate risks based on your individual genetic profile.
Criteria:
Are you curious about your genetic predispositions to certain health traits or conditions (e.g., nutrient absorption, caffeine metabolism, certain disease risks like Alzheimer's (APOE))?
Do you want to understand how your genes might influence your response to certain medications (pharmacogenomics)?
Are you interested in highly personalized wellness strategies based on your unique genetic makeup?
Do you want to explore your genetic ancestry?
Gut Microbiome Analysis
Includes: Stool-based analysis, including bacterial diversity, identification of beneficial/pathogenic bacteria, and markers for gut inflammation like Calprotectin if available.
Benefit: Provides a detailed map of your gut ecosystem, identifying microbial imbalances and inflammatory markers, empowering targeted interventions to improve digestive health, immune function, and overall systemic well-being.
Criteria:
Do you suffer from persistent or severe digestive issues (e.g., chronic bloating, constipation, diarrhea, IBS not responding to standard treatments)?
Are you interested in the connection between your gut health and other conditions like mood disorders, autoimmune issues, or weight management challenges?
Have you recently taken antibiotics or experienced significant dietary changes and want to assess your gut flora recovery?
Are you looking for highly specific dietary and probiotic/prebiotic recommendations to optimize your gut health?
Heavy Metal & Toxin Exposure Screening
Includes: Testing for common heavy metals (e.g., Mercury, Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium) in blood or urine.
Benefit: Quantifies your exposure to common harmful heavy metals, helping to identify potential causes for unexplained symptoms and guiding discussions with your healthcare provider about strategies for reducing exposure or detoxification.
Criteria:
Do you suspect environmental exposure to heavy metals (e.g., from old dental fillings, certain occupations, or water sources)?
Are you experiencing unexplained chronic fatigue, neurological symptoms (e.g., memory issues, tremors), or persistent headaches?
Are you following a detoxification protocol or interested in understanding your body's toxic burden?
Do you live or work in an environment with known potential for heavy metal exposure?
Ethnic DNA & Ancestry Panel
Includes:
• Autosomal DNA Analysis: Traces DNA from both parents for an ethnic breakdown.
• Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Analysis: Traces your direct maternal line.
• Y-Chromosome DNA (Y-DNA) Analysis: Traces your direct paternal line (for males only).
• Detailed Reports: Includes an Ethnicity Estimate, Ancestry Timeline, and Haplogroup reports.
Benefit: Gain deep, personal insights into your heritage:
• Uncover your roots and ancestral origins.
• Connect with distant relatives for genealogical research.
• Learn your genetic story, including ancient migration patterns.
Criteria:
• Eligibility: Must be 18+ or have parental consent if a minor.
• Must be able to provide a valid DNA sample (saliva swab).
How it Works:
1. Order the test kit online or via an authorized provider.
2. Collect saliva sample at home using the provided swab.
3. Send sample to lab with pre-paid shipping label.
4. Lab analyzes DNA markers and compares to database.
5. Access results securely online within a few weeks.
The Energy & Glow Panel
Includes: CBC + Vit D + B12 + Ferritin + Zinc
Benefit: Optimized for those looking to boost vitality and skin health by checking core micronutrients and blood health.
Criteria:
Do you feel constantly fatigued? This panel targets the most common deficiencies related to metabolic energy and "glow."
Alzheimer’s Disease Panel
Includes: Genetic Test (APOE and related markers).
Benefit: Early identification of genetic predispositions to allow for proactive neurological wellness planning.
Criteria:
Recommended for individuals with a family history of dementia interested in proactive health management.
Cancer 4 Gene Panel (NGS)
Includes: NGS for 4 high-impact cancer-related genes.
Benefit: High-precision screening to detect mutations that may indicate a higher risk for specific hereditary cancers.
Criteria:
For individuals seeking advanced genomic insights based on family history or preventative care.
The Joint Health Bundle
Includes: RF + Anti-CCP + ESR + CRP + Vitamin D
Benefit: Screens for autoimmune activity and inflammatory responses to identify causes of joint pain.
Criteria:
Best for individuals suffering from morning stiffness, joint pain, or swelling.
MedStream Lab Panels
Express Home Lab Services
Choose Your Blood Test:
Cancer Markers (CEA/CA125)
Specialized screening tests
Fertility Profile (FSH/LH)
Checks ovulation & egg reserve
Progesterone / Estrogen
Monitors cycle & hormonal balance
Prostate Check (PSA)
Early screening for male
Allergy Panel (IgE)
Identifies allergic triggers
Cardiac Markers (Troponin)
For heart muscle health
Liver Profile (LFT)
Enzymes & Bilirubin levels
Thyroid Profile (TSH/T3/T4)
Metabolism & energy balance
Medical Test Report Analysis
Understanding your medical test results can be confusing, but it doesn't have to be. We offer a comprehensive service to analyze and interpret your medical reports. Our team of doctors and specialists is ready to explain everything, step by step.
Here’s how it works:
- Submit Your Report: Simply upload a clear image of your lab results.
- Our Team Analyzes It: A specialist will carefully analyze your results and compare them to normal ranges.
- Receive a Full Interpretation: You'll get a detailed, easy-to-understand report that explains what each result means for your health. You can also ask the specialist direct questions.
Our goal is to give you a full and accurate understanding of your health so you can make confident, informed decisions.
Our In-Lab Booking Process: Step by Step
Select Your Test
Choose the lab test you want to book
Fill the Application
Provide your personal and medical details
Pay
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MedStream Contact
We will contact you with further instructions
Get Service
Visit the lab and get your test done
Get Result
Receive your test results securely
