Labs and Diagnostic Values

Thyroid studies are evaluated if a disorder of the thyroid gland is suspected. Thyroid is crucial for the normal development […]

Blood glucose lab values are the most essential in managing diabetes mellitus. Blood sugar level is determined by the balance

The CD4 count test measures the number of CD4+ T lymphocytes (or CD4 cells) in a blood sample. CD4 cells

The lipid profile, also called the lipid panel is a test used to measure the levels of different types of

D-dimer is the degradation product of crosslinked (by factor XIII) fibrin. The current activation of the hemostatic system is identified

Bleeding time is a test to assess the body’s ability to form a clot as well as platelet function. The

Platelet count is done as part of the coagulation profile alongside; Platelets are the smallest blood cells and are produced

Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) measure the length of time it takes for a blood

Prothrombin is a protein produced in the liver and helps in blood clotting. Patients taking anticoagulants, commonly known as blood

Creatinine test is used to measure the level of creatinine in the body. Creatinine is a product of metabolism of