Prime Diagnostic Centre at Palampur is an authorised Pick-Up-Point of Dr Lal PathLabs for specialised tests.
Our in-house laboratory conducts basic blood & urine tests.
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Why are lab tests required
Lab tests are required for various purposes. They are essential for ensuring that the patient has the correct diagnosis. They also help in determining the effectiveness of treatment. They are also used to check the patient's response to the treatment. This is done through periodic lab tests. Lab tests include liquid biopsies, stool tests, blood tests, microbiology tests, and urine tests.
A good laboratory follows strict quality guidelines and protocols.
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Given the fact that more and more people are suffering from chronic diseases and are opting to get themselves tested for the same, it’s not surprising that the demand for lab tests has grown manifold. But while getting a lab test done is a good way of knowing about your health, it’s important that you go for a lab that has high quality standards.
What are the various kinds of tests
One of the most common lab tests, for example, is the blood test. A blood test can tell you all kinds of information about yourself.
You might be thinking that you are healthy, but if you have never gotten a blood test, then you can only guess about your health. A blood test can tell you about your cholesterol, your blood counts, and your blood sugar. There are other kinds of lab tests too that can help you. For example, all the tests that are done on a pregnant woman can tell a lot about her baby. There are also tests that can tell you about your skin or the vitamin D in your body.
There is a wide variety to choose from, including genetic tests, blood tests, cholesterol tests, blood pressure tests, fertility tests, drug tests, drug screening tests, and allergy tests.
What are screening tests and diagnostic tests
Screening tests vs Diagnostic tests
There are a number of different kinds of tests available to you and your family. They can be broken down into two categories: screening tests and diagnostic tests. Screening tests are often the first that you will be recommended to take. These tests are meant to determine whether you might have a particular disease or condition or whether you're at risk for having it. The tests do not actually diagnose the disease or condition, however.
Diagnostic tests serve a different purpose. These tests are used to diagnose a condition, disease, or medical condition. Diagnostic tests are usually ordered by a physician, and they are often more complex and time-consuming than screening tests.
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