Laboratory Tests

Laboratory tests are a type of medical diagnostic tests used to measure and assess different substances, changes, and functions in the body. Through laboratory tests, illnesses can be detected early on as well as monitored for progress in treatment. They can also be used for screening for diseases, to find out the cause of a condition, to detect risk factors, and even to measure the effectiveness of treatments. Laboratory tests can help detect a wide variety of diseases and conditions and provide a valuable source of information to healthcare providers in making clinical decisions.