During the recent pandemic, the focus was placed on a particular respiratory virus, the coronavirus we call COVID-19. But there are many other viruses, bacteria, and organisms that cause illness in the respiratory tract. From the common cold to influenza, humans...
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How Often Should You Get Blood Work Done?
The frequency with which healthcare professionals order blood work depends on the needs of the patient. Blood tests often are requested as a regular part of annual physical exams, and results are tracked over the patient’s lifetime. Test results also help...
COVID-19 Testing at Weddings: How to Keep Your Big Day Safe
There are several COVID-19 testing options available that can help keep yourself and others protected on your special day. Mobile COVID testing and other solutions have become an integral part of the wedding-planning process for many couples throughout the pandemic....
What Is A Respiratory Pathogen Panel, And Why Should You Be Tested?
Many bacterial and viral screenings can test for only one specific pathogen, forcing doctors to order multiple samples for their patients. This method makes testing for respiratory infections challenging. Respiratory pathogen panel testing simplifies the process by...
Blood Tests Older Adults Should Be Getting
As people age, the amount of health issues they encounter tends to increase. Doctors often prescribe blood work to identify possible conditions or help aging patients stay healthy. While most older people have experience with routine blood tests, fewer are aware of...
How A Complete Blood Count (CBC) Factors Into Testing For Cancer
Although doctors do not rely on blood tests alone to diagnose patients with cancers, they do use these screenings to understand what is happening inside the body. A complete blood count (CBC) is one test that many physicians order for patients they suspect may have...
Concierge vs. On-Site COVID-19 Testing: What You Need to Know
COVID-19 is a challenging virus to diagnose given its wide range of symptoms and rapid spread. However, individuals can protect themselves and others from exposure by getting tested for COVID-19. At TOPLAB®, we offer two popular coronavirus testing options,...
What Blood Tests Are Used to Diagnose Cancer?
Although blood work can only reveal if a person has blood cancer, many doctors use these tests to learn more about their patients’ experience with the disease. In some cases, blood test outcomes signal that the patient may have cancer. Located in New Jersey,...
Blood Work Checklist: What You Should Bring With You
Blood work is a good resource for doctors studying their patients’ conditions and progress with treatment. However, numerous factors can impact the results of these tests, forcing patients to get the same blood work again. At TOPLAB®, we conduct...