Routine Laboratory Tests—Why Are They Important?
According to a recent United Health Foundation study, smoking has decreased by 41% since 1990, preventable hospitalizations are down by 35% since 2006, and the percentage of uninsured Americans decreased by 35% since 2011. While the nation continues to make progress on several headline issues, we continue to struggle in several areas:
- Cardiovascular deaths have increased in the past year.
- The premature death rate increased for the second consecutive year.
- Obesity among US adults has increased by 157% since 1990.
Alongside these struggles, another significant issue to consider is the stubbornly low rate of individuals going through routine laboratory tests. Lab tests are critically important; they can help monitor blood cell counts, blood glucose levels, and pending cholesterol issues. As America continues to struggle with an obesity epidemic, it’s more important than ever to continuously monitor blood levels for warning signs. The complexity of the American healthcare system further clouds this issue as healthcare consumers are often unaware of the services offered at their local facilities. Many believe lab tests to be expensive, time consuming, and exclusive to large hospitals. At Physicians Premier, we want our patients to know that nothing could be further from the truth. Healthcare should be comprehensive, inclusive, and easy to fit into your daily schedule. We’ve designed our structure to follow that model. Our services are wide-ranging and our geography, diverse—whether you need laboratory tests at our emergency room in Cibolo or Corpus Christi, we will be there to guide you through the process. Our freestanding emergency rooms offer personalized care and engaged doctors rather than long lines and distracted staff members. Regardless of your time of need, we are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with virtually no wait time. We believe your lab tests should be both easy to complete and comfortable to experience, and our mission is dedicated to provide you with nothing less than the best. As we work our way through the summer, let’s all pledge to continue this national improvement in health. We’ve made progress over the years, but our persistently low rates of lab testing suggest room for improvement. Lab tests are a critical component of care, so make Physicians Premier your choice for inclusive and comprehensive healthcare services. Visit Physicians Premier Locations:
