Lipid Center
Certain frequently performed lab tests can be
obtained in our office with the convenience of a finger stick. For
patients on chronic coumadin therapy, protimes can be measured with
this test and results available while the patient waits (less than 5
minutes). This allows for coumadin to be adjusted during one visit
rather than waiting for a follow-up phone call. We can also measure
cholesterol and liver function tests in this way. These results are
immediately available as well. The cholesterol testing must be
performed in a fasting state (ie. nothing to eat for 12 hours before
the test).
AHA Risk Assessment
