Lab tests are often performed as part of a routine checkup in order to track changes to the patient's overall health. Lab tests can also be used to:
- Screen for diseases or diagnose health conditions:
- Diabetes
- Kidney disease
- Lyme disease
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Monitor nutrition:
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Iron deficiency
- Protein deficiency
- Calcium deficiency
- Identify hormonal imbalances:
- Thyroid levels
- Estrogen levels
- Testosterone levels