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Anemia Blood Test Panel – 16 Tests in 1 in California
Below is a plain-language overview of the anemia blood test panel – 16 tests in 1. An anemia blood test panel measures 16 different blood components to help detect and classify anemia and other blood disorders.
Lab requirements in California
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Anemia Blood Test Panel – 16 Tests in 1 in CA. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Physician's order
- Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
- Fasting
- Fasting is required for this test — follow the collection lab's instructions.
- Preparation
- Preparation instructions can vary, so follow the specific directions provided by the collection lab. In some cases, fasting may be required, but always confirm with the lab before your…
- Sample & visit
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Identification
- Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Availability
- Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.
Before you go
- Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
- Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
- No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
- Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.
Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.
What this test is
This panel combines multiple blood cell counts and related measurements into one test. It provides a broad view of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, which can help identify the type and possible cause of anemia.
What it measures
- Hemoglobin — oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells
- Hematocrit — percentage of blood volume made up of red blood cells
- Red Blood Cell Count — number of red blood cells in a volume of blood
- White Blood Cell Count — number of infection-fighting white blood cells
- Platelet Count — number of cells that help with blood clotting
- Mean Corpuscular Volume — average size of red blood cells
- Red Cell Distribution Width — variation in red blood cell size
What the test involves
A healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Why it is often ordered
A clinician may order this panel if you have symptoms of anemia, such as fatigue or weakness, or if routine blood work shows abnormal blood cell counts. It is also used to monitor certain blood conditions or treatments.
Preparation
Preparation instructions can vary, so follow the specific directions provided by the collection lab. In some cases, fasting may be required, but always confirm with the lab before your appointment.
How results are reported
Results are typically reported as numeric values for each measurement, often with a reference range for comparison. Reference ranges can differ between laboratories, so your results should be interpreted in the context of the lab that performed the test.
Before you go
- Whether fasting is required before the blood draw
- Any medications or supplements that might affect the results
- The specific reference ranges used by the laboratory
Cities
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