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Basic Health Blood Test Panel in Massachusetts
This page explains the basic health blood test panel, what it measures, and how to order it. The Basic Health Blood Test Panel combines several common lab tests to give a broad look at your general health. It includes a comprehensive metabolic panel, urinalysis, and lipid panel.
Lab requirements in Massachusetts
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Basic Health Blood Test Panel in MA. 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
- Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Preparation
- Preparation instructions can vary depending on the specific tests included and the lab performing them. Always follow the instructions provided by your collection lab or ordering clinician.
- 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 is a group of tests that check how your body's organs and systems are working. It combines a comprehensive metabolic panel, which measures chemicals and electrolytes, a urinalysis, which examines urine, and a lipid panel, which measures fats in the blood. Together, these tests provide a snapshot of your overall health.
What it measures
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) — includes glucose, electrolytes, and markers of kidney and liver function
- Urinalysis — checks for substances such as protein, glucose, and blood in urine
- Lipid Panel — measures cholesterol and triglycerides
What the test involves
The panel requires a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm and a urine sample. Both samples are collected at a lab or collection site.
Why it is often ordered
A clinician may order this panel as part of a routine checkup or to screen for potential health issues. It can also be used to monitor existing conditions or the effects of certain medications.
Preparation
Preparation instructions can vary depending on the specific tests included and the lab performing them. Always follow the instructions provided by your collection lab or ordering clinician.
How results are reported
Results are typically reported to your ordering clinician within a few business days. Reference ranges for each test can vary by laboratory, so your results should be interpreted in the context of the lab that performed the testing.
Before you go
- Whether fasting is required before the blood draw
- Any medications or supplements that might affect results
- The specific collection instructions for the urine sample
Cities
Basic Health Blood Test Panel in Massachusetts communities
Choose your city for local context and to order this test.