| PTA Benefits - Blood Analysis... | ||||
Print this articleT-Comp Plus | H-Comp Panel | VAP | A1C | TPO | Cortisol AM
| The Private Trainers Association is proud to introduce a one its kind service to our members. The 500+ draw stations are located throughout the state of California. All labs results are forwarded directly to us and interpreted by licensed medical professionals (physicians, physician’s assistants, registered dietitians and nurse practitioners) usually within 48 hours of receipt (critical lab values are notified immediately). The lab results are then forwarded to the practitioner with the original hard copy mailed through the United States Postal Service (allow 3-5 days for receipt) or via FAX (optional). Overnight services are also available for an extra charge. |
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Blood testing, though reviewed by a licensed medical professional, is not intended for treatment or diagnosis. The blood test will provide valuable information to help educate you about your health and help you decide upon a course of action. We strongly encourage you to follow-up with your own doctor for a complete assessment.
Featured Panels: All Panels include interpretation by e-mail, fax or U.S. mail.
If you require a phone consultation you can set it up by calling the Private Trainers Association at 1-800-317-3577.
Additional fee will apply for one on one interpretation by phone.
| Panels | PTA Price | Original Price |
| T-COMP PLUS | $ 250.00 | $ 375.00 |
| H-COMP | $ 299.00 | $ 440.00 |
| VAP | $ 205.00 | $ 309.00 |
| A1C | $ _80.00 | $ 110.00 |
| TPO | $ _80.00 | $ 125.00 |
| CORTISOL AM | $ _80.00 | $ 110.00 |
It is simple, confidential, and inexpensive...
Place your order by phone, fax, or online. A representative will discuss the draw site locations and test options.
You are referred to the Patient Service Center (PSC) blood draw site of the major clinical laboratory nearest you. We provide the necessary order. You must have the orders and requisition from USPTA.Inc prior to going to the lab/PSC.
Confidential results mailed directly to you within a few days.We do not place any results online for privace protection.
USPTA.Inc has contracts with major certified clinical laboratories. The labs have Patient Service Centers or draw centers, staffed by certified phlebotomists - experts in blood draws. There are over 600 PSC's California , providing a location close to you.
Your zip code will help us determine which lab is most convenient. You will be given information as to fasting requirements, business hours, address information, etc. We then mail you a package containing the necessary requisition/order that you will take to the USPTA.Inc with instructions. YOU MUST HAVE THE ORDERS/REQUISITION FROM USPTA.Inc BEFORE YOUR BLOOD CAN BE DRAWN.
Your blood is drawn at the PSC and then processed by that lab. After your blood is drawn at the lab's PSC, the report will print in our office within 24-48 hours. We mail the results confidentially to you with a description of the test(s) you receive. If instructed by you, we will also fax a copy to your Physician or healthcare provider, upon receipt of a HIPAA release.
You may pay by credit card or paypal. The prices listed does not include the draw at the PSC site which is $5.00 only. Additional shipping may be added for those outside the USA.
Please add $5.00 shipping & handling for all orders in the continental USA. After an order is processed, you may not cancel and no refund will be applied.
Because our prices are extremely discounted, we do not file insurance claims.
The Private Trainers Association does apply all the rules and regulations of HEPA.That means all your records will be confidential and secure.
You are the only one that will be able to access your information.
T-COMP PLUS
Is the most comprehensive panel available.
This panel should be done on any person who is interested in the complete workings of their body.
| The T-COMP PLUS Panel includes: | |
| Glucose fasting | Phosphatase |
| Uric acid | LDH (Lactic Dehydrogenase) |
| BUN (blood urea nitrogen) | ALT(SGPT) |
| Creatinine BUN/Creatinine Ratio | AST(SGOT) |
| Sodium | Iron |
| Potassium | Total Cholesterol |
| Chloride | Triglycerides |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO2) | HDL Cholesterol |
| Calcium | LDL Cholesterol |
| Phosphorus | LDL/HDL Ratio |
| Protein/Albumin/Globulin | GGTP (Gamma Glut Transam) |
| Albumin/Globulin Ratio | CBC |
| Bilirubin | C-reactive Protein |
| Alkaline | Homocysteine |
| Complete Thyroid Panel: Including (TSH, T3, T4, Reverse T3, T3 Uptake) | |
| The H-COMP PLUS Panel includes: | |
| DHEA-S (Sulfate) | Estradiol |
| Free Testosterone | Progesterone |
| Total Testosterone | Somatomedin (Human Growth Hormone) |
| Total Estrogen | IGF-1 |
THE VAP
Only test where a patient does not need to fast.
Is the first major advancement in cholesterol testing in 30 years.
This test improves your cholesterol risk assessment by combing a more accurate LDL measurement and new cholesterol information identified by the "National Cholesterol Education Program" (NCEP). This panel identifies more patients that may be at risk, and promote more aggressive therapy.
The VAP is the first cholesterol in compliance with current "NCEP" Guidelines, additional info on this panel includes emerging risk factors and the metabolic syndrome- a precurser for diabetes.
| The VAP Panel includes: | |
| Direct measurement of Cholesterol | Directly measures triglycerides |
| Direct measurement of HDL separating HDL HDL3 HDL2 |
Directly measures LDL- with components- LDL-R, Lp(a), and IDL Measures LDL pattern DENSITY |
| Measures Lipids- VLDL (1,2,3,and total) VLDL3 is small, dense, and most dangerous. |
A1C Panel
Is a panel that can give a picture of the average amount of glucose in the blood over the last 3 months.
The reading can help one make appropriate lifestyle changes to minimize the complications caused by chronically elevated glucose levels, such as progressive damage to body organs like the kidneys, eyes, cardiovascular system, and the nerves. *The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends testing your
4 times each year if you have Type I or Type II Diabetes, and or use insulin, or 2 times each year if you have diabetes and do not use insulin.
| The A1C Panel includes: | |
| Hemoglobin A1c | Glycated Hemoglobin |
| HbA1c | Glycosylated Hemoglobin |
| Glycohemoglobin |
The Thyroid Peroxidase Test (TPO)
Is a test done to detect auto antibodies directed against the thyroid. This panel tells you more about your thyroid, and is an important indicator for how well functioning your thyroid is. TPO is a panel that works in good combination with the T-Comp-Plus panel.
The TPO is an enzyme in the thyroid gland that is very important in the production of thyroid hormones. TPO (short for TPOab) antibodies are produced by the body itself. TPO can attack the thyroid and DAMAGE its function. This panel indicates if one has TPO antibodies, and how many one may have.
| The TPO Panel includes: | |
| TPO antibodies |
Cortisol AM
Is a test to measure adrenal function.
It is used to detect adrenal-cortical insufficiency/hypersecretion and Cushing's syndrome. Cortisol Am is useful in detecting the malfunction of the hypothalamic axis. The corticol hormone is released in response to stress.
If an individual over-trains in the gym, or has a high stress level- this test may be important to get. Excesses or deficiencies of this crucial hormone may lead to various physical symptoms, like weight gain, and many other problematic symptoms.
| The Cortisol AM Panel includes: | |
| Cortisol AM reading, and measurement. |
You may contact the PTA for more additional information via e-mail at: bloodtesting@propta.com