http://www.privatemdlabs.com/news.phpHealth News from Private MDhttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Cold-weather--high-altitudes-contribute-to-heart-problems$19934754.phpcholesterol testing before taking off for their next winter ski trip, as a new study has found that vigorous activity at high altitudes can increase the risk of heart problems, underscoring the importance of preparing for such trips.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolWed, 01 Sep 2010 22:06:13 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Cold-weather--high-altitudes-contribute-to-heart-problems$19934754.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Experts-recommend-more-cholesterol-testing$19933799.phpcholesterol testing can determine whether or not an individual has a heart problem and enable them to make lifestyle changes if a problem is discovered.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolTue, 31 Aug 2010 20:09:34 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Experts-recommend-more-cholesterol-testing$19933799.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Chlamydia/States-battle-rising-STD-rates-$19933796.phpSTD testing more available to their residents in the hopes that it will help slow the spread of communicable infections.]]>ChlamydiaTue, 31 Aug 2010 20:08:15 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Chlamydia/States-battle-rising-STD-rates-$19933796.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-deficiency-may-contribute-to-pregnancy-complications-$19933792.phpvitamin D testing, as a new study has found that a deficiency of the vitamin may lead to serious complications during pregnancy that may impact delivery.]]>Vitamin D Deficiency-Diagnosis and Treatment Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:06:33 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-deficiency-may-contribute-to-pregnancy-complications-$19933792.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Colon/Rectal-cancer-rising-in-young-adults-$19933030.phpcancer testing may benefit younger individuals than previously thought, as a new study has found that rectal cancer in adults under age 40 has increased during the last several decades, despite a drop in nearly all other forms of cancer during the same period. ]]>ColonMon, 30 Aug 2010 21:00:02 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Colon/Rectal-cancer-rising-in-young-adults-$19933030.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/September-is-cholesterol-education-month$19933022.phpcholesterol test.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolMon, 30 Aug 2010 20:57:28 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/September-is-cholesterol-education-month$19933022.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/New-HIV-testing-methods-increase-screenings$19933020.phpHIV testing because it could be extremely inconvenient. Those who chose to get screened for the sexually transmitted disease had to go through an uncomfortable procedure and then wait weeks before they learned the results.]]>HIVMon, 30 Aug 2010 20:56:10 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/New-HIV-testing-methods-increase-screenings$19933020.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Despite-rising-rates--few-seek-HIV-testing-$19932554.phpHIV testing is one of the most effective ways to curb the spread of the disease, few Americans seek it. This allows infections to spread from person to person, increasing the number of people carrying the disease.]]>HIVFri, 27 Aug 2010 21:46:24 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Despite-rising-rates--few-seek-HIV-testing-$19932554.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/PSA-testing-is-a-vital-part-of-mens-health--experts-say-$19932551.phpProstateFri, 27 Aug 2010 21:44:06 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/PSA-testing-is-a-vital-part-of-mens-health--experts-say-$19932551.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Autoimmune_Diseases/Celiac-disease-is-on-the-rise$19932550.phpceliac disease testing. The condition is becoming increasingly common and it can have serious consequences for those who are unaware of their status.]]>Autoimmune DiseasesFri, 27 Aug 2010 21:42:29 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Autoimmune_Diseases/Celiac-disease-is-on-the-rise$19932550.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Cholesterol-treatments-may-benefit-healthy-individuals-$19931897.phpcholesterol testing, as a new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston found that treating the early warning signs of heart disease may help prevent the development of the condition.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolThu, 26 Aug 2010 22:10:00 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Cholesterol-treatments-may-benefit-healthy-individuals-$19931897.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Liver_Diseases/Alcohol-related-liver-problems-result-in-poor-outcomes$19931893.phpliver testing for heavy drinkers. ]]>Liver DiseasesThu, 26 Aug 2010 22:08:54 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Liver_Diseases/Alcohol-related-liver-problems-result-in-poor-outcomes$19931893.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Sexually_Transmitted_Diseases/Schools-offer-STD-testing-to-stop-spread-of-infections$19931892.phpSTD testing is needed to help curb the problem.]]>Sexually Transmitted DiseasesThu, 26 Aug 2010 22:07:55 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Sexually_Transmitted_Diseases/Schools-offer-STD-testing-to-stop-spread-of-infections$19931892.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Study-connects-migraines-to-heart-disease-$19930947.phpcholesterol testing to assess their heart health. A new study has found that this condition increases the risk of death from heart disease.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolWed, 25 Aug 2010 20:04:13 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Study-connects-migraines-to-heart-disease-$19930947.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Kidney_Diseases/Small-amount-of-kidney-damage-may-have-large-effects-for-diabetics-$19930945.phpkidney testing, as a new study found that even a small amount of damage - which is common among those with the disease - significantly increases their risk of dying. ]]>Kidney DiseasesWed, 25 Aug 2010 20:03:15 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Kidney_Diseases/Small-amount-of-kidney-damage-may-have-large-effects-for-diabetics-$19930945.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Common-herbicide-linked-to-prostate-health-problems-$19930941.phpPSA testing may benefit men who have been exposed to the herbicide Atrazine, as a new study has found that the weed killer may cause inflammation that leads to prostate health problems.]]>ProstateWed, 25 Aug 2010 20:02:09 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Common-herbicide-linked-to-prostate-health-problems-$19930941.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-linked-to-many-genetic-diseases-$19930305.phpvitamin D test, as a new study has shown that deficiency of the nutrient is linked to many genetic diseases in children.]]>Vitamin D Deficiency-Diagnosis and Treatment Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:45:13 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-linked-to-many-genetic-diseases-$19930305.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Sexually_Transmitted_Diseases/Cost-a-major-factor-in-seeking-HPV-vaccination-$19930303.phpSTD tests for human papillomavirus (HPV), many women never seek the vaccine for the virus. A new survey suggests that the cost of the vaccination may play the largest role in determining whether women pursue the test or not.]]>Sexually Transmitted DiseasesTue, 24 Aug 2010 20:43:55 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Sexually_Transmitted_Diseases/Cost-a-major-factor-in-seeking-HPV-vaccination-$19930303.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Experts-recommend-cholesterol-testing-to-improve-heart-health$19930301.phpcholesterol testing.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolTue, 24 Aug 2010 20:43:10 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Experts-recommend-cholesterol-testing-to-improve-heart-health$19930301.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Cancer-drugs-may-be-effective-in-HIV-therapy--$19929594.phpHIV test may have a new hope for coping with the disease. Researchers from the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center found that two drugs that are currently approved by the FDA may help fight the infection.]]>HIVMon, 23 Aug 2010 20:35:39 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Cancer-drugs-may-be-effective-in-HIV-therapy--$19929594.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/High-carb--omega-3-rich-diets-improve-cholesterol-scores-$19929588.phpcholesterol test and have been advised to make lifestyle changes may want to consider adding more omega-3 fatty acids to their diet, as a new study has found that these nutrients may help them improve their heart health.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolMon, 23 Aug 2010 20:32:57 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/High-carb--omega-3-rich-diets-improve-cholesterol-scores-$19929588.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Groups-advocate-for-PSA-testing$19929584.phpPSA testing has recently come under fire from some critics who claim that it leads to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatment. However, most health experts believe that the test is a vital diagnostic for detecting prostate cancer that saves many men's lives.]]>ProstateMon, 23 Aug 2010 20:28:17 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Groups-advocate-for-PSA-testing$19929584.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Groups-offer-free-PSA-testing-$19929017.phpPSA testing to lower levels of prostate cancer, some experts feel that too few men are seeking the procedure. Several obstacles stand in the way of getting more men tested, including education, access and interest in prostate health.]]>ProstateFri, 20 Aug 2010 21:18:43 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Prostate/Groups-offer-free-PSA-testing-$19929017.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/General_Health/Many-men-at-risk-of-experiencing-low-testosterone-$19929013.phpGeneral HealthFri, 20 Aug 2010 21:15:03 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/General_Health/Many-men-at-risk-of-experiencing-low-testosterone-$19929013.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Chlamydia/Nonprofits-battle-rising-STD-rates$19929011.phpSTD testing. ]]>ChlamydiaFri, 20 Aug 2010 21:13:25 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Chlamydia/Nonprofits-battle-rising-STD-rates$19929011.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Modest-weight-gain-may-have-serious-consequences-$19928303.phpcholesterol testing to assess their risk of heart disease. A new study from researchers at the Mayo Clinic has shown that gaining as little as nine pounds of fat in the midsection may significantly increase the risk of heart health problems.]]>Heart Health and CholesterolThu, 19 Aug 2010 20:55:09 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Heart_Health_and_Cholesterol/Modest-weight-gain-may-have-serious-consequences-$19928303.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/General_Health/Stress-may-contribute-to-cognitive-decline-$19928302.phpCortisol testing may benefit individuals who are concerned about developing dementia or have a family history of the illness, as a new study published in the journal, Brain, found that high stress levels during middle age may contribute to cognitive decline later in life. ]]>General HealthThu, 19 Aug 2010 20:52:25 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/General_Health/Stress-may-contribute-to-cognitive-decline-$19928302.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Nonprofits-battle-rising-HIV-rates-$19928299.phpHIV testing programs.]]>HIVThu, 19 Aug 2010 20:51:15 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/HIV/Nonprofits-battle-rising-HIV-rates-$19928299.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-may-regulate-allergic-responses-$19927561.phpvitamin D tests, as a new study from researchers at Louisiana State University found that the nutrient can reduce the symptoms of mold allergies that are known to complicate asthma and cystic fibrosis. ]]>Vitamin D Deficiency-Diagnosis and Treatment Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:16:15 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Vitamin_D_Deficiency-Diagnosis_and_Treatment_/Vitamin-D-may-regulate-allergic-responses-$19927561.phphttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Liver_Diseases/Genes-may-play-a-role-in-liver-disease-$19927560.phpliver testing. A new study has found that variations of a particular gene that can be passed from generation to generation may be a contributor to liver conditions such as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fibrosis and cirrhosis. ]]>Liver DiseasesWed, 18 Aug 2010 20:15:28 GMThttp://www.privatemdlabs.com/blood-testing-news/Liver_Diseases/Genes-may-play-a-role-in-liver-disease-$19927560.php