Bio-Chemical Blood Profile Screens

Health Screening: Blood Chemistry

Blood Draw Test Information Packet
Next Screening: Tuesday, February 26, 7:30am-8:30am
Registration begins Monday, February 11th. To register for one or more of the following tests phone 7-3222 or drop into FSF Headquarters in Langton 123.
Schedule dates and times for the blood chemistry screens are also announced in OSU This Week.
A 12-14 hour fast is required for all tests except PSA.

We also have an automated blood pressure pulse rate monitor unit is located in FSF headquarters, 123 Langton Hall, for your use any hour that the office is open free of charge. Office hours are generally 7:30-5:30 M-F.

What are they?
Biochemical profiles provide a window to the general health of an individual. Profiles test a variety of systems such as Hepatic, Renal, Cardiac, and Endocrine. FSF profiles may aid in the detection of specific diseases or conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Gout, Heart Disease, Prostate Cancer, Osteoporosis, Iron Overload, Thyroid Malfunction, or Hepatitis. An abnormal result can indicate a problem that requires further study by your doctor to confirm a diagnosis.

What's the process?

Blood samples are drawn in 124 Langton Hall by the staff from Corvallis Good Samaritan Hospital's laboratory services unit. Profile analyses are completed at the hospital and returned to FSF who then distributes them to the participants.

Results will be mailed to you through campus mail marked "confidential" or, if you choose, to your home via US Mail (for $0.50).

What tests are available?

Lipid Profile

Short Description: These are measurements of total cholesterol, HDL "good" cholesterol, LDL "bad" cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Cost: $17.00
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

Combination of Lipids and Multi-Chem

Short Description: This is the best bargain! Mutli-Chem: Over 20 indicators of general health including such items as Glucose, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Uric Acid, etc. (More info...)
Cost: $27.00
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

PSA - Prostate Cancer

Short Description: Early detection is a must. (More info...)
Cost: $20.00
Special Notes: No fast required.

TSH - Thyroid

Short Description: Thyroid health for Hypothyroidism or Hyperthyroidism. Poorly functioning thyroids cause a host of maladies and the TSH test is becoming a recommended general health screen. (More info...)
Cost: $20.00
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

vitamin B12 - Bone Density

Description: More info...
Cost: $19
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

Hemoglobin A-1C - Diabetes

Description: More info...
Cost: $13
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

Microalbumin - Kidney Disease

Description: More info...
Cost: $24
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

hs-CRP

Short Description: Determine heart disease risk (More info...)
Cost: $33.00
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

Iron Panel

Short Description: Complete iron profile. (More info...)
Cost: $12.00
Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required

For more test information, please also visit our office in 123 Langton Hall for handouts. Thanks!

Additional Information about some of the tests listed above:

More information about: Multi-Chem Screens

A biochemical profile (Chem screen) is a group of tests performed on a single blood sample (a tablespoon of blood). Each test measures a chemical component that must remain within rather narrow limits for the body to function properly. A profile tests a variety of systems such as hepatic (liver), renal (kidney), cardiac (heart), and endocrine (secreting internally). It may aid in the detection of specific diseases such as diabetes mellitus, gout, or hepatitis. An abnormal result can indicate a problem but further study will be required in order for a diagnosis to be made. Three premises underlie the development of periodic screening procedures: 1) that asymptomatic adults can harbor organic disease; 2) that periodic screening can detect such diseases at an early stage; and 3) that early discovery of disease can lead to its arrest, reversal, or cure. Cost is t for the combined lipid profile and biochem profile for $27.00.

More information about: TSH - Thyroid Function

The TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Test is utilized for detecting an underactive or overactive Thyroid. It is estimated that 40% of the American population suffer from Hypothyroidism. The American Thyroid Association recommends testing for all adults every 5 years beginning at age 35 with a simple blood test for TSH. About 12% of American adults have undetected thyroid problems (mostly Hypothyroidism). Symptoms of Hypothyroidism include – weight gain, fatigue, constipation, cold sensitivity, depression, impaired memory loss, decreased sex drive, headaches, hoarseness, dry skin and dry thickening skin. Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism include – trembling, heart palpitations, anxiety, sleeplessness, loss of weight and depression. Also, there is the potential of fatal heart rhythm abnormalities and osteoporosis.

More information about: PSA - Prostate Cancer

(Prostate Specific Antigen) - A cancer test for males. PSA is normally secreted by the prostate, the amount increases when cancer begins to form in the prostate. The PSA test is far from perfect, it can yield false positives or false negatives. Still, according to many experts, the PSA test is a most useful cancer marker if used along with the normal physical palpation exam by a physician. A separate small blood sample is required for the PSA.

More information about: Bone Density and vitamin B12

While women are about 4X more likely to develop weak, porous, osteoporotic bones, men can also suffer a decline in bone strength over time. A recent study has linked low bone mineral density in both men and women with Vitamin B12 deficiency, although the mechanism behind the relationship isn’t fuller understood. The researchers examined Vitamin B12 status and indicator of bone health in 2, 576 men and women aged 30-87 who rare participating in the Framingham Osteoporosis Study.

Participants with plasma levels of Vitamin B12 below 148 Pico moles per liter (pM/L) were found to beat greater risk for developing osteoporosis than those with higher levels. Some experts consider plasma B12 levels below 185 pM/L to be “very low.” The recommended daily allowance for B12 is currently 2.4 micrograms for both men and women.

More information about: Hemoglobin A-1C

With the pre-diabetics and diabetics on the risk in the US, the Hemoglobin A-1C Test is now added to our “shopping list” of biochemical screens. The Hgb A-1C provides an indication of how well blood sugars are controlled in the past 120 days.

.More information about: Microalbumin

Undetected Kidney Disease is on the rise and is not detected early enough. FSF is adding the Micro Albumin test to help determine if Micro Albuminuria is present, which reportedly is an early predictor of the development of Glomeruca damage in the absense of overt Nephropathy (Kidney Disease).

Who should consider such a test? Individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure and/or those with a family history of Kidney Disease. This test has been reported as an early predictor of the development of Preeclampsia during pregnancy, as well as individuals exposed to Nephrotoxins (toxins related to Kidney Disease).
This test requires a urine sample. First morning specimens are best—collection cups can be picked up at time of registration then brought to Langton hall on screen day.

More information about: hs-CRP

Having an ever present, low-grade inflammation throughout the body is associated with heart disease, stroke and diabetes. One of the best measures of this is CRP. Dr. Paul Ridker, a leading CRP researcher, estimates that between 25-30 million healthy middle-aged Americans have normal cholesterol, but above-average CRP's, putting them at an unusual risk of heart attacks and strokes! CRP is potentially becoming a better predictor of heart disease than cholesterol!!

More information about: Iron Panel

Screening for iron deficiency and overload, a potentially fatal condition that wreaks havoc on nearly every major organ in the body, isn’t a routine practice in most doctors’ offices. But researchers at Rochester General Hospital in New York State, who recently tested 16,000 people for the condition, are saying it should be. In fact, based on their findings, lead investigator Pradyumna Phatak, MD, said that, “at the very least, all white people should be screened with a blood test, once, in their twenties or thirties.” Iron overload, or hemochromatosis, is most common among Caucasians, especially those of northern European descent. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention disagree, recommending that only high-risk groups, such as immediate family members of people who have hemochromatosis or those with early symptoms of the disease, get tested.

But iron overload is the most common genetic disorder in this country, affecting as many as one in every 200 people- which makes it many times more common than better-known genetic diseases, including cystic fibrosis, Huntington’s disease, and muscular dystrophy. Moreover, those in favor of widespread screening argue that it’s a powerful way to save lives. “If you catch it early enough, your life expectancy is completely normal, because treatment for hemochromatosis is so easy and effective,” says Dr. Phatak. “But if you let it go, the consequences could be severe: cirrhosis of the liver, heart damage, diabetes, impotence, even degenerative arthritis.” What happens is that hemochromatosis throws off iron metabolism in such a way that the body absorbs too much of the mineral from foods. Since there’s no way to flush out the excess, iron floods the system, depositing itself in organs like the liver, heart, joints, and pancreas. In its early stages, when people are in their 20s and 30s, the condition is often easily ignored-or mistaken for other illnesses-because the symptoms, such as fatigue or aches and pains in the joints, are so vague. But if the disease progresses unchecked, by the time someone reaches his or her 40s or 50s, the growing iron deposits damage and eventually destroys surrounding tissues, leading to organ failure and chronic disease.

Fortunately, treatment for iron overload, once it’s diagnosed, is simple: blood-letting, or phlebotomy, to help rid the body of excess iron and thereby stop any tissue damage in progress. Because iron is found in red blood cells, the blood contains a large portion of the body’s stores. Blood is drawn frequently-about one pint a week until iron storage levels are reduced to normal, and three or four times yearly thereafter.


	Limit results to this site.		Health and Human Sciences » Outreach » Faculty/Staff Fitness » Blood Screens. Health Screening: Blood Chemistry Blood Draw Test Information Packet Next Screening: Tuesday, February 26, 7:30am-8:30am Registration begins Monday, February 11th. To register for one or more of the following tests phone 7-3222 or drop into FSF Headquarters in Langton 123. Schedule dates and times for the blood chemistry screens are also announced in OSU This Week. A 12-14 hour fast is required for all tests except PSA. We also have an automated blood pressure pulse rate monitor unit is located in FSF headquarters, 123 Langton Hall, for your use any hour that the office is open free of charge. Office hours are generally 7:30-5:30 M-F. What are they? Biochemical profiles provide a window to the general health of an individual. Profiles test a variety of systems such as Hepatic, Renal, Cardiac, and Endocrine. FSF profiles may aid in the detection of specific diseases or conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Gout, Heart Disease, Prostate Cancer, Osteoporosis, Iron Overload, Thyroid Malfunction, or Hepatitis. An abnormal result can indicate a problem that requires further study by your doctor to confirm a diagnosis. What's the process? Blood samples are drawn in 124 Langton Hall by the staff from Corvallis Good Samaritan Hospital's laboratory services unit. Profile analyses are completed at the hospital and returned to FSF who then distributes them to the participants. Results will be mailed to you through campus mail marked "confidential" or, if you choose, to your home via US Mail (for $0.50). What tests are available? Lipid Profile Short Description: These are measurements of total cholesterol, HDL "good" cholesterol, LDL "bad" cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Cost: $17.00 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required Combination of Lipids and Multi-Chem Short Description: This is the best bargain! Mutli-Chem: Over 20 indicators of general health including such items as Glucose, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Uric Acid, etc. (More info...) Cost: $27.00 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required PSA - Prostate Cancer Short Description: Early detection is a must. (More info...) Cost: $20.00 Special Notes: No fast required. TSH - Thyroid Short Description: Thyroid health for Hypothyroidism or Hyperthyroidism. Poorly functioning thyroids cause a host of maladies and the TSH test is becoming a recommended general health screen. (More info...) Cost: $20.00 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required vitamin B12 - Bone Density Description: More info... Cost: $19 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required Hemoglobin A-1C - Diabetes Description: More info... Cost: $13 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required Microalbumin - Kidney Disease Description: More info... Cost: $24 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required hs-CRP Short Description: Determine heart disease risk (More info...) Cost: $33.00 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required Iron Panel Short Description: Complete iron profile. (More info...) Cost: $12.00 Special Notes: A 12-14 hour fast is required For more test information, please also visit our office in 123 Langton Hall for handouts. Thanks! Additional Information about some of the tests listed above: More information about: Multi-Chem Screens A biochemical profile (Chem screen) is a group of tests performed on a single blood sample (a tablespoon of blood). Each test measures a chemical component that must remain within rather narrow limits for the body to function properly. A profile tests a variety of systems such as hepatic (liver), renal (kidney), cardiac (heart), and endocrine (secreting internally). It may aid in the detection of specific diseases such as diabetes mellitus, gout, or hepatitis. An abnormal result can indicate a problem but further study will be required in order for a diagnosis to be made. Three premises underlie the development of periodic screening procedures: 1) that asymptomatic adults can harbor organic disease; 2) that periodic screening can detect such diseases at an early stage; and 3) that early discovery of disease can lead to its arrest, reversal, or cure. Cost is t for the combined lipid profile and biochem profile for $27.00. More information about: TSH - Thyroid Function The TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Test is utilized for detecting an underactive or overactive Thyroid. It is estimated that 40% of the American population suffer from Hypothyroidism. The American Thyroid Association recommends testing for all adults every 5 years beginning at age 35 with a simple blood test for TSH. About 12% of American adults have undetected thyroid problems (mostly Hypothyroidism). Symptoms of Hypothyroidism include – weight gain, fatigue, constipation, cold sensitivity, depression, impaired memory loss, decreased sex drive, headaches, hoarseness, dry skin and dry thickening skin. Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism include – trembling, heart palpitations, anxiety, sleeplessness, loss of weight and depression. Also, there is the potential of fatal heart rhythm abnormalities and osteoporosis. More information about: PSA - Prostate Cancer (Prostate Specific Antigen) - A cancer test for males. PSA is normally secreted by the prostate, the amount increases when cancer begins to form in the prostate. The PSA test is far from perfect, it can yield false positives or false negatives. Still, according to many experts, the PSA test is a most useful cancer marker if used along with the normal physical palpation exam by a physician. A separate small blood sample is required for the PSA. More information about: Bone Density and vitamin B12 While women are about 4X more likely to develop weak, porous, osteoporotic bones, men can also suffer a decline in bone strength over time. A recent study has linked low bone mineral density in both men and women with Vitamin B12 deficiency, although the mechanism behind the relationship isn’t fuller understood. The researchers examined Vitamin B12 status and indicator of bone health in 2, 576 men and women aged 30-87 who rare participating in the Framingham Osteoporosis Study. Participants with plasma levels of Vitamin B12 below 148 Pico moles per liter (pM/L) were found to beat greater risk for developing osteoporosis than those with higher levels. Some experts consider plasma B12 levels below 185 pM/L to be “very low.” The recommended daily allowance for B12 is currently 2.4 micrograms for both men and women. More information about: Hemoglobin A-1C With the pre-diabetics and diabetics on the risk in the US, the Hemoglobin A-1C Test is now added to our “shopping list” of biochemical screens. The Hgb A-1C provides an indication of how well blood sugars are controlled in the past 120 days. .More information about: Microalbumin Undetected Kidney Disease is on the rise and is not detected early enough. FSF is adding the Micro Albumin test to help determine if Micro Albuminuria is present, which reportedly is an early predictor of the development of Glomeruca damage in the absense of overt Nephropathy (Kidney Disease). Who should consider such a test? Individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure and/or those with a family history of Kidney Disease. This test has been reported as an early predictor of the development of Preeclampsia during pregnancy, as well as individuals exposed to Nephrotoxins (toxins related to Kidney Disease). This test requires a urine sample. First morning specimens are best—collection cups can be picked up at time of registration then brought to Langton hall on screen day. More information about: hs-CRP Having an ever present, low-grade inflammation throughout the body is associated with heart disease, stroke and diabetes. One of the best measures of this is CRP. Dr. Paul Ridker, a leading CRP researcher, estimates that between 25-30 million healthy middle-aged Americans have normal cholesterol, but above-average CRP's, putting them at an unusual risk of heart attacks and strokes! CRP is potentially becoming a better predictor of heart disease than cholesterol!! More information about: Iron Panel Screening for iron deficiency and overload, a potentially fatal condition that wreaks havoc on nearly every major organ in the body, isn’t a routine practice in most doctors’ offices. But researchers at Rochester General Hospital in New York State, who recently tested 16,000 people for the condition, are saying it should be. In fact, based on their findings, lead investigator Pradyumna Phatak, MD, said that, “at the very least, all white people should be screened with a blood test, once, in their twenties or thirties.” Iron overload, or hemochromatosis, is most common among Caucasians, especially those of northern European descent. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention disagree, recommending that only high-risk groups, such as immediate family members of people who have hemochromatosis or those with early symptoms of the disease, get tested. But iron overload is the most common genetic disorder in this country, affecting as many as one in every 200 people- which makes it many times more common than better-known genetic diseases, including cystic fibrosis, Huntington’s disease, and muscular dystrophy. Moreover, those in favor of widespread screening argue that it’s a powerful way to save lives. “If you catch it early enough, your life expectancy is completely normal, because treatment for hemochromatosis is so easy and effective,” says Dr. Phatak. “But if you let it go, the consequences could be severe: cirrhosis of the liver, heart damage, diabetes, impotence, even degenerative arthritis.” What happens is that hemochromatosis throws off iron metabolism in such a way that the body absorbs too much of the mineral from foods. Since there’s no way to flush out the excess, iron floods the system, depositing itself in organs like the liver, heart, joints, and pancreas. In its early stages, when people are in their 20s and 30s, the condition is often easily ignored-or mistaken for other illnesses-because the symptoms, such as fatigue or aches and pains in the joints, are so vague. But if the disease progresses unchecked, by the time someone reaches his or her 40s or 50s, the growing iron deposits damage and eventually destroys surrounding tissues, leading to organ failure and chronic disease. Fortunately, treatment for iron overload, once it’s diagnosed, is simple: blood-letting, or phlebotomy, to help rid the body of excess iron and thereby stop any tissue damage in progress. Because iron is found in red blood cells, the blood contains a large portion of the body’s stores. Blood is drawn frequently-about one pint a week until iron storage levels are reduced to normal, and three or four times yearly thereafter.