Get Tested Today! For Less Amount of Steroid Content In your Blood  

* WARNING – steroids and sports supplement ABUSE could cause severe health issues. All users should take adequate tests to monitor for potential problems and out of range values to evaluate and manage their risk while maximizing there gains.

 Our tests are secure, private, and completely confidential. Your results will be reviewed by our medical staff and then sent directly and only to you and there is NO record made to your medical file or to your insurance company. 

STEROIDS IN SPORTS 
 Sports enhancers can include everything from steroids, to supplements and even hormones. When these products get into the body, they affect different organs and body parts. They can improve athletic performance by making muscles work more efficiently, but they can also take a toll on your health by directly effecting different organs, such as the liver, or cause tumors and even cancer if not properly monitored. Steroids affect individual cells and make them create proteins which may cause chemical imbalances. Steroid abusers may develop condition like peliosis hepatis (liver cysts), atherosclerosis (fat deposits in arteries) or other conditions that directly or indirectly could cause organ failure, even in young, fit or athletic people.You definitely want to know when chemical imbalances produce unhealthy out of range values. Early discovery and awareness of anomalies will allow for early consultation and timely intervention. GHI has consolidated many confidential individual tests into panels. Each panel of tests is optimized for producing widest and most valuable results. If you are using, planning on using, or have used steroids or sports enhancement products you need to have certain and specific tests to evaluate and monitor any effect on your body. Steroid abuse can have serious side effects which are described on this site at http://www.steroid.com/side.php. GHI specializes in providing tests designed for early detection of health issues directly related to steroid and sports supplement usage. You should review any out of range values with your health practitioner.

Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

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1. Why should I have my blood tested when I am using steroids?
Serious medical conditions such as liver disease or heart disease can exist without obvious symptoms and the use of steroids or sports enhancement products can highly increase your risk of developing these issues. Detecting these diseases or symptoms as early as possible is absolutely critical to a successful recovery. A simple blood test can provide initial warnings that indicate the effects on your body and what is happening, then assist you (and your physician) in defining and diagnosing the problem. Frequent testing can help you easily monitor your health by establishing a baseline that you can easily track with follow up tests. Proper testing during supplement usage gives you the information to manage your risk of potentially serious health issues.

2. Do I have to see a Doctor to get tested?
You do not need to see a Doctor to order the actual tests. We refer to the same labs as hospitals and physicians use, which are CLIA certified and regulated by all appropriate national and state governmental agencies. Our tests are all reviewed and submitted by our licensed medical staff. Our test preventative health panels have been designed and approved by our Medical Director who is a Board Certified physician to directly help discover issues related to or aggravated by supplement use.

3. I do not feel sick, should I still get tested? 

Diseases can be present without visible or obvious symptoms. Consistent testing could provide for early detection which could possibly save your life.

4. Do I need an appointment?
No, you do not need an appointment. Once you purchase your test you will be directed to go to a lab that is closest to you without having to make an appointment.

5. What are the instructions to be followed before testing?
The test or tests that are in your panel will determine whether there are any special instructions. You will receive this information with your confirmation notification.

6. Should I continue to take my medications before testing?
You should always take any medications that are prescribed by a doctor.

7. Do I need to be fasting?
Yes. It is recommended that you avoid food and liquids for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours before your test, however not all tests require fasting. You should review and follow any specific test requirements before each test.

8. How will I receive my test results? 

After completing your lab process, your test results will be automatically sent to us for review by our medical professionals. Once we review your results you will be notified by email, SMS (short message system), or phone and you will be told to log into our secure patient area to access your test results. You can also choose to receive your results via fax or mail and only you receive the results.

9. Are the test results accurate?
All testing is done by leading national laboratories that are fully accredited and licensed at the state and national level, which allows for the greatest accuracy within the parameters and limitations of current technology.

10. Are the results confidential?
Yes. We respect your privacy and maintain strict confidentiality, our Lab Direct process helps to establish the highest level of confidentially and security. Nobody will have access to your results without your written approval.

11. Will I be able to read and understand the results?
Yes. All test results include normal reference ranges, and will highlight abnormal values and place them in an out of range column. A detailed explanation of tests offered can be viewed on the site and you can contact one of our medical staff if you have any additional questions.

12. What if there are abnormal results?
All abnormal results (out of normal range results) should be reviewed with your primary care physician.

13. Will I be able to consult with a medical professional about the results?
You may contact GHI via email or by phone and speak with one of our licensed medical professionals. We are a non-diagnostic company and all our services are provided as Preventative Health Services. All results should be reviewed by your primary care physician.

14. When will I get my results?
You can expect to review and print your results within 42 to 72 hours after visiting the lab. However; some specialty tests may take longer.

15. Is any of this testing covered by my health Insurance or Medicare?
GHI does not file insurance claims. However some insurance plans have allowances for prevention or wellness benefits. Please contact your insurance provider for this information. GHI will be happy to supply the necessary codes so you can file for reimbursement. Medicare is not accepted.

16. Where do I go to get my blood drawn?
You will be provided a list of the closest patient service centers that are located within your area.

17. What is a patient service center?
This is a Laboratory Draw center where you will go to have a professional phlebotomist draw your blood or take your urine.

18. May I order all tests online?
Yes, all of the testes offered by GHI Lab Direct are available online.

19. Can I have a copy of my results sent directly to my doctor?
GHI provides a convenient and easy to use system allowing you to access your results on our secure website. We encourage you to print out these results and review them with your doctor.

20. Can I get tested today?
You can be tested the same day that you order, providing it is during the Patient Service Center hours of operation, (typically normal working hours).  FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT www.steroid.com, www.musclepumpworld.blogspot.com