Routine Blood Tests
Routine blood tests are common procedures to monitor your health and detect any changes. They involve taking a sample of blood from your arm at a doctor's office or lab.
Purpose of Routine Blood Tests:
* Check for changes in health since your last test
* Diagnose or monitor illnesses
* Explain symptoms or changes in your well-being
Procedure:
* You will be seated in a chair with your feet flat on the ground.
* A healthcare professional will use a needle to draw blood from a vein in your arm.
* The process typically takes less than five minutes.
What Blood Tests Can Detect:
* Organ function
* Diet and metabolism
* Illnesses and diseases
* Overall health and lifestyle habits
Additional Functions of Blood:
* Transport hormones
* Signal tissue damage
* Provide immunity
* Contribute to self-repair through coagulation (clotting)
* Facilitate gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide)
* Remove waste products and harmful substances
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