Blood Test Orders

Houston Internal Medicine Associates PA

Board Certified Internal Medicine & Primary Care located in Katy, TX & Cypress, TX

Blood tests can provide valuable information about your health and help your doctor determine what’s going on inside your body. Whether you need routine lab work, testing to investigate symptoms, or monitoring for an existing condition, Lakshmi Reddy, MD, and the team at Houston Internal Medicine Associates PA in Katy and Cypress, Texas, provide blood test orders and help you understand what your results mean. Call the office or request an appointment today.

Blood Test Orders Q&A

Why would I need a blood test?

Blood tests offer information that may not be apparent from your physical exam. Your results provide clues about your overall health, identify potential concerns, and monitor conditions you already have.

Dr. Reddy may order blood tests during a routine wellness visit or recommend them when you have symptoms that need further evaluation.

A blood test shows if your blood is working as it should and can:

Screen for certain health conditions
Investigate unexplained symptoms
Monitor an existing medical condition
Check blood sugar and cholesterol levels
Evaluate kidney, liver, or thyroid function
Monitor how your body responds to certain medications or treatments

Your blood test results are part of the bigger picture Dr. Reddy considers when evaluating your health.

What type of blood test do I need?

The tests you need depend on your symptoms, medical history, medications, and overall health. Dr. Reddy determines which laboratory tests are appropriate based on your unique needs.

Common blood tests include a complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), cholesterol and lipid testing, blood glucose and A1C testing, and thyroid testing. Dr. Reddy may also order other tests when your symptoms or medical history indicate that additional information would be helpful.

The practice provides your blood test orders, and you’ll have your blood drawn at an off-site laboratory. Dr. Reddy's team explains where to go and any instructions you need to follow before your testing.

How do I prepare for a blood test?

It depends on which tests Dr. Reddy orders. Some blood tests require fasting, while others don’t. If fasting is necessary, you’ll receive instructions about when to stop eating and drinking before your lab visit.

Before your blood test, make sure the team knows about:

Prescription and over-the-counter medications
Vitamins and supplements
Recent illnesses or changes in your health
Any previous abnormal lab results

Following your preparation instructions can help ensure your results are as accurate as possible.

What can I expect after my blood test?

After the outside laboratory takes a blood sample, the results are sent to Houston Internal Medicine Associates PA for review. Dr. Reddy evaluates your results along with your symptoms, medical history, medications, and other health information.

If your results require additional attention, Dr. Reddy can explain what they mean and discuss whether you need further testing, monitoring, or treatment.

Call the office or book a consultation online today.

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