Question 1

What's this test for?

Accepted Answer

This test is ideal if you have multiple risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, or a family history of cardiovascular problems. It helps identify early damage to your blood vessel linings that may not show up on standard cholesterol or heart tests. Many people use this test to get a more complete picture of their cardiovascular health, especially if they want to catch potential issues before they become serious.

Question 2

What happens after I get my results?

Accepted Answer

You'll receive detailed doctor notes in simple language explaining what your ADMA and SDMA levels mean for your blood vessel health and cardiovascular risk. These notes include personalized recommendations like dietary changes, exercise modifications, supplement suggestions, or whether you should follow up with a cardiologist. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your vascular health markers over time using our trends feature to see how your lifestyle interventions are working.

Question 3

What's included in this test?

Accepted Answer

This panel measures ADMA and SDMA. This test measures ADMA and SDMA, which are biomarkers that reflect how well the lining of your blood vessels is functioning. When these markers are elevated, it can indicate that your blood vessels aren't relaxing properly, which increases risk for heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems. Together, these measurements help identify vascular dysfunction early, even before traditional risk factors like cholesterol show problems.

Question 4

How should I prepare for this test?

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Fasting is recommended but not required for this test. If you choose to fast, avoid eating for 8-12 hours before your blood draw, though you can drink water. If fasting isn't convenient, you can still take the test, but fasting may provide the most consistent results. Continue taking your regular medications unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Question 5

Who should consider getting this test?

Accepted Answer

This test is especially valuable for people with multiple cardiovascular risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, or those who smoke. It's also useful for individuals with a strong family history of early heart disease or those who want a more comprehensive assessment of their vascular health beyond standard lipid panels. People already managing cardiovascular conditions may use it to monitor how well their blood vessels are responding to treatment.

Question 6

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

Accepted Answer

While ADMA and SDMA elevations often don't cause obvious symptoms, you might consider this test if you experience chest discomfort, shortness of breath during activity, unusual fatigue, or poor circulation. It's particularly important if you have risk factors but want to assess your vascular health more deeply, or if standard heart tests haven't explained your symptoms. This test helps catch vascular problems before they progress to more serious conditions.

Question 7

How can I naturally support my blood vessel health?

Accepted Answer

Supporting healthy blood vessels starts with regular cardiovascular exercise like walking, swimming, or cycling for at least 30 minutes most days. Eating foods rich in antioxidants like berries, leafy greens, and omega-3 fatty acids from fish can help protect vessel linings. Managing stress through meditation or yoga, getting adequate sleep, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol can also improve vascular function and help lower ADMA and SDMA levels.

Question 8

What are ADMA and SDMA and why do they matter?

Accepted Answer

ADMA and SDMA are naturally occurring compounds in your body that affect how well your blood vessels work. ADMA can interfere with nitric oxide, a substance that helps blood vessels relax and maintain healthy blood flow. When ADMA or SDMA levels are elevated, it indicates that your blood vessel linings may be damaged or dysfunctional, which increases your risk for heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular problems even if your cholesterol looks normal.

Question 9

What does high ADMA or SDMA mean?

Accepted Answer

Elevated ADMA or SDMA levels suggest that your blood vessel linings aren't functioning optimally, a condition called endothelial dysfunction. This can reduce blood flow, increase blood pressure, and accelerate the development of atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. High levels are associated with increased cardiovascular risk and may indicate that you need more aggressive management of risk factors like blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol.

Question 10

How often should I retest ADMA and SDMA?

Accepted Answer

If your levels are elevated, your doctor may recommend retesting every 3-6 months to monitor how well lifestyle changes or treatments are working. If your results are normal but you have significant cardiovascular risk factors, annual testing can help track your vascular health over time. For people actively managing heart disease or making major lifestyle modifications, more frequent testing every 3-4 months may provide valuable feedback on your progress.

Question 11

How’s this work?

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Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short:
            
                In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
                If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
                Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
                If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
                When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
                Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
                You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!
                If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Question 12

How do I know which test to get?

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In the test options, find the test you want.
            If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option.
            Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

Question 13

When will my lab results be available?

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Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know.
            After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop!
            If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Question 14

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you.
            Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at
            support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update.
            Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you.
            There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out.
            Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Question 15

Do you accept health insurance?

Accepted Answer

Only HSA & FSA is accepted.
            Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts.
            This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare.
            If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Question 16

Can I cancel my order?

Accepted Answer

Yes.
            We get it – sometimes your needs change.
            As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order.
            If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.
            You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

Question 17

How can I find a lab location near me?

Accepted Answer

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached!
            You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp).
            Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym.
            If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

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