Blood, Stool & Urine Screening
An extensive range of tests can be undertaken within a consultation that will include interpretation once the results are received back from the laboratory. However you can be tested without a consultation where a phlebotomy charge will be applied. Copies of results can be either posted or collected from the practice.
Blood tests to include:
- Full blood Screen - Haematology, Biochemistry, Kidney Function, Liver Function, Blood Glucose, Cholesterol (Lipids), Thyroid Function & F.S.H (follicle stimulating hormone/Sex Function)
- Glycosylated Haemoglobin / HbA1c - Sugar level
- HIV 1 & 2 and STD Syphilis screening
- PSA - (Prostate Specific Antigen) - prostate cancer marker for men
- Cancer tumor markers for Pancreatic, Gastric & Ovarian cancers - accurate test for early detection
- H.Pylori - bacteria in the stomach which causes acidity & dyspepsia
- Female Fertility & Menopausal screen
Stool tests to include:
- Occult blood
- H.Pylori
- Microscopy for parasites, ovas and cysts
Urine tests to include:
- Pregnancy
- Drug Abuse
- Microscopy for proteins, blood, glucose & organisms - also gives culture & sensitivity therefore the physician can interpret which antibiotic should be used for treatment.
- Chlamydia from PCR which is an accurate DNA test - the first urine catch of the morning must be submitted for this test
Swab tests:
- Gonorrhoea
- Bacterial culture, ie from throat or wound
- High vaginal swab
