Lab Services

Lab services are key to maintaining good health, providing valuable insights into your overall well-being. Whether for routine checkups, diagnosing an illness, or managing a chronic condition, lab tests allow Stacey O’Hara, CRNP, at Wildflower Integrative Medicine in Greeley, Colorado, to make informed decisions about your care. With accurate and timely results, lab services offer early detection, treatment planning, and long-term health monitoring. Learn more by calling the office or booking an appointment online now.

What are lab services?

Lab services refer to a wide range of medical tests performed on your: 

• Blood
• Urine
• Tissue
• Other body fluids

They help diagnose, monitor and treat various health conditions. They also help identify diseases, check your overall health and guide treatment decisions. 

Standard lab tests include blood work to measure cholesterol and glucose levels and urine tests to detect infections. 

At Wildflower Integrative Medicine, Stacey relies on lab services to gather critical information about your health, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.

When are lab services necessary?

Stacey may order lab services in various situations, such as:

Routine checkups

Lab tests are often part of annual physicals to assess overall health and detect potential concerns early

Diagnosing new health issues

If you experience symptoms like fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or persistent pain, lab tests can help identify the underlying cause

Managing chronic conditions

Regular testing is essential for conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and kidney disease to ensure treatment effectiveness.

Pre-medication or procedure requirements

Some medications and medical procedures require lab tests beforehand to confirm patient safety

What are the benefits of lab services?

Lab services are vital in preventive care, helping Stacey catch health issues before they become serious. Early detection allows timely treatment, improving outcomes for conditions like high cholesterol, thyroid disorders and infections. 

They also provide precise data that guide treatment decisions, tailoring medications and therapies to your needs. If you have a chronic condition, routine lab tests allow Stacey to track your progress and adjust treatment as necessary. 

In addition, lab services contribute to your peace of mind by confirming good health or identifying areas that need attention.

When will I get the results from lab services?

The time it takes to receive lab results depends on the type of test performed. Some tests, such as blood work or urine analysis, may provide results within a few hours or the same day. More complex tests, such as specialized panels, may take several days or weeks. 

Learn more about lab services by calling the office today or booking an appointment online.