Lab Work in Ann Arbor, MI
What Is Lab Work?
There may be times when lab work will be necessary to help diagnose symptoms. Board-certified physician Dr. Laura E. Babe of Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC may request for you to have lab work completed at an off-site location. Tests or blood work can help Dr. Babe check for chronic conditions, illnesses, pregnancy, and other conditions or to get baseline levels to prescribe new medications or monitor your body levels on certain medications. Please reach out to our Ann Arbor, MI practice today to learn more about off-site lab work and how these comprehensive services can help you maintain your health.
What Can I Expect from Lab Work?
When lab work is required to help diagnose symptoms or to help create a personalized treatment plan, you will be given a referral to obtain the results from an off-site location. There are multiple types of lab tests, but the most common assessments include:
Complete blood count (CBC): This analysis measures the red and white blood cells and platelets of the blood. It is often used to evaluate a patient's overall health and nutritional status and screen for medical disorders.
Urinalysis: This is a very simple and most frequently performed diagnostic test. A small sample of urine is collected from the patient to complete a general health screening.
Basic metabolic panel: This is a blood test that measures blood sugar levels, electrolyte and fluid volume, and kidney function. It can also assess how certain medications are affecting the kidneys and electrolytes.
Cholesterol screening or lipid panel: This lab measures the amount of cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. It can evaluate a patient's risk of heart disease and stroke.
Rapid strep: These quick turnaround tests show an active strep throat infection.
Rapid influenza: We can provide an almost instant test for influenza.
What Are the Benefits of Lab Work?
Medical lab work plays a proactive role in maintaining good health and detecting potential health issues early. Lab work provides Dr. Babe with a better understanding of a patient’s health status to help monitor chronic conditions or diagnose new issues. Here are some of the key benefits of having medical lab work completed in Ann Arbor, MI:
- Detects disorders and diseases
- Observes the progress of diseases
- Manages health and risk factors
- Monitors medication efficacy
- Helps to make informed decisions
- Provides peace of mind and reduces anxiety about unknown conditions
Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC Reviews
I Feel So Lucky - Dr. Babe has consistently provided me with excellent care, combined with good humor, understanding, and intelligence. I congratulate myself often that I had the good sense--and that she had the availability--to join her practice.
Dr. Babe is always available addresses my needs. - Dr. Babe took the time to listen to my issues and addressed my concerns.
Dr. Babe takes all the time I need to talk to her. She listens and she asks all the right questions. She does not rush me and is kind and thoughtful. She is the best. I highly recommend her. She has a wonderful staff also.
One-of-a-Kind! - I have been a patient of Dr. Babe for several years. She is truly special in her profession. She is committed to the kind of private practice that is now difficult to find in the area where we live. Most doctors here are part of a conglomerate, and patients are often seen by a variety of different doctors in the group, depending on who is available. Having a single, primary doctor who actually takes the time to get to know her patients and offers individualized care is important to me, and Dr. Babe has made this possible. She is more readily accessible than any doctor I can recall in many years. In addition, she and her staff are caring people who take the time that is needed to build trust. I admire her greatly and hope to continue as a patient in her medical practice.
Dr. Babe ''tells it like it is.' I like her frank discussion and not 'sugarcoating' it. She is very accessible any time 7/24 hours by cell phone. She readily explains medical details, which I appreciate very much.
11
Total Reviews
5
Average Rating
Manage Your Health
At Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC, our staff wants to ensure you receive the best care as promptly as possible. Dr. Babe orders lab work to help customize treatment plans to ensure patients receive the most suitable treatment that is specific to their needs and overall health and wellness. To learn more about the type of lab work we may order or to schedule an appointment, contact our Ann Arbor, MI practice today.