Chemistry Panel Blood Testing
FAQ
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What is a chemistry panel (SMAC-25)?
The SMAC-25 is a chemistry panel, often used as a screening tool, that tests:
- Electrolyte levels
- Blood glucose
- Kidney profile data
- Liver profile data
- Phosphate
- Lipids
- Lactic acid
- Creatine Kinase
- Uric Acid
- Proteins
The SMAC-25 is used as a baseline test to determine whether or not further testing is necessary. If the results show an abnormality, a discussion with your doctor might be necessary to define how to move forward.
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What does a chemistry panel test for?
The results can diagnose and monitor some diseases like:
- Kidney disease
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Liver damage
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Who may need a chemistry panel (SMAC 25)?
Physicians generally recommend the chemistry panel (SMAC 25) as part of a routine workup on a patient. However, it may be utilized on patients to indicate a specific therapy or evaluate the effectiveness of a current therapy the patient may be undergoing.
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What should I expect from my chemistry panel (SMAC 25) blood test?
Chemistry panel (SMAC 25) blood tests begin with the patient having their blood drawn and analyzed in a laboratory. It can help a physician determine if there are any reasons for concern regarding your health.
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Do I need to visit a doctor?
No doctor visit needed.
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How do I get my results?
You get your results via email as soon as they are available.
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Does my lab prescription expire?
Your lab prescription never expires.*
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- Same day lab order by email
- Labs within 1 mile of 90% of the US
- Lab test prescriptions NEVER expire*
- Over 650 blood work labs to choose
- Secure, encrypted & accurate testing
Chem Panel with Lipids (Quest Diagnostics) Same day lab order delivery
Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase (GGT)
Iron, Serum
Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase (LD) (LDH)
Lipid Panel with Ratios: Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides, LDL-Cholesterol (calculated), Cholesterol/HDL Ratio (calculated), LDL/HDL Ratio (calculated), Non-HDL Cholesterol (calculated)
Phosphate (as Phosphorus)
Uric Acid, Serum (Gout Test)
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) (Quest Diagnostics) Same day lab order delivery
Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Comprehensive Metabolic Profile ( includes eGFR ): Albumin, Albumin/Globulin Ratio (calculated), Alkaline Phosphatase, ALT, AST, BUN/Creatinine Ratio (calculated), Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Chloride, Creatinine with GFR Estimated, Globulin (calculated), Glucose, Potassium, Sodium, Total Bilirubin, Total Protein, Urea Nitrogen
Creatine Kinase (CK), Total, Serum
Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase (GGT)
Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase (LD) (LDH)
Lactic Acid, Plasma
Lipid Panel: Cholesterol, total; high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol; low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (calculated); triglycerides; Non-HDL Cholesterol (calculated)
Magnesium, Serum
Phosphate (as Phosphorus)
Uric Acid, Serum (Gout Test)
Estimated turnaround for results is 5 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Chem Panel (LabCorp) Same day lab order delivery
Albumin, Serum
Alkaline Phosphatase, Serum
ALT (SGPT) (Alanine Aminotransferase)
AST (SGOT)(Aspartate Aminotransferase)
Bilirubin, Total
BUN (Urea Nitrogen)
BUN/Creatinine Ratio
Calcium, Serum
Chloride, Serum
Creatinine, Serum
eGFR
Globulin, Total
Glucose, Serum
Potassium, Serum
Protein, Total, Serum
Sodium, Serum
Cholesterol, Total
Triglycerides
GGT (Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase)
Iron, Serum
LDH (Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase)
Phosphorus, Serum
Uric Acid, Serum
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Chem Panel (Basic) with Lipids (LabCorp) Same day lab order delivery
Uric Acid, Serum
BUN (Urea Nitrogen)
Creatinine, Serum
eGFR
BUN/Creatinine Ratio
Sodium, Serum
Potassium, Serum
Chloride, Serum
Calcium, Serum
Phosphorus, Serum
Protein, Total, Serum
Albumin, Serum
Globulin, Total
A/G Ratio
Bilirubin, Total
Alkaline Phosphatase, Serum
LDH (Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase)
AST (SGOT)(Aspartate Aminotransferase)
ALT (SGPT) (Alanine Aminotransferase)
GGT (Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase)
Iron, Serum
Cholesterol, Total
Triglycerides
HDL Cholesterol
VLDL Cholesterol Cal
LDL Cholesterol Calc
T. Chol/HDL Ratio
Estimated CHD Risk
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) (LabCorp) Same day lab order delivery
Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Comprehensive Metabolic Profile (CMP) (includes eGFR): (A:G ratio; albumin, serum; alkaline phosphatase, serum; ALT (SGPT); AST (SGOT); bilirubin, total; BUN; BUN:creatinine ratio; calcium, serum; carbon dioxide, total; chloride, serum; creatinine, serum; globulin, total; glucose, serum; potassium, serum; protein, total, serum; sodium, serum.)
Creatine Kinase (CK), Total, Serum
Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase (GGT)
Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase (LD)
Lactic Acid, Plasma
Lipid Panel: Cholesterol, total; high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol; low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (calculation); triglycerides; very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol (calculation).
Magnesium, Serum
Phosphorus, Serum
Uric Acid, Serum
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
What is a Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) Blood Test?
A Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) Blood test is an array of tests which are commonly utilized by physicians to determine the general health status of a patient. They test patients for several substances in their blood and can help physicians diagnose certain problems, also helping to determine whether treatments for specific health issues are working. Most chemistry screens test anywhere from 6 to 20 different substances; however, Private MD offers one of the most comprehensive chemistry panels available.
Who May Need a Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) Blood Test?
Chemistry Panels are typically prescribed by physicians as part of a routine workup on a patient, though they may be utilized on patients who have been undergoing various forms of therapy, or if a patient is experiencing symptoms which can be identified through the tests. A Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) test can be useful in helping a physician determine if changes in lifestyle or meal plans are required by a patient, as well as to see if prior changes in these areas have been effective.
What Should I Expect from My Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) Blood Test?
Chemistry Panel (SMAC 25) Blood tests begin with the patient having their blood drawn by a phlebotomist or physician's assistant, who then gives the sample to a laboratory for analysis. It can help a physician determine if there are any reasons for concern regarding your health or lifestyle, and can be useful in the diagnosis of some conditions and disorders. Common reference ranges for results exist among the various tests in the panel, though some labs may have different ranges for you and your physician. Speak to your doctor regarding your results to get more information on how your results concern to you and your health specifically.