Laboratory Tests - KAL-Med Private Medical Services in Livingston

Below you can find laboratory test packages available at our clinic

If you can't find a test that you need, please call us at 07716312080.

We offer blood, urine and stool sample tests, as well as culture tests, without the need to wait in line and present a doctor’s referral. The material is collected on Saturdays, from 08:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

If you can’t find a test that you need, please call us at 07716312080

Woman's Health Package

A comprehensive check of essential parameters of woman’s health, including:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Sedimentation rate; the speed at which erythrocytes settle down in the test tube. An inflammation marker
Glucose; fasting glucose level
Lipid profile; LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, lipid metabolism assessment
A TSH test is used to evaluate the thyroid function
FT3; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
FT4; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
LH; a pituitary gland hormone regulating the secretion of progesterone in females and testosterone in males,
FSH; a pituitary gland hormone determining the secretion of oestrogens; used for diagnosing endocrine disorders
Oestradiol; a hormone from the oestrogen group, determined in endocrine disorders
Prolactin; a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, which may be responsible for fertility issues
Tumour markers; diagnosing of ovarian (Ca 15.3) and breast (Ca 125) cancer
Urinalysis

Man's Health Package

A comprehensive check of essential parameters of man’s health, including:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Sedimentation rate; the speed at which erythrocytes settle down in the test tube. An inflammation marker
Glucose; fasting glucose level
Lipid profile; LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, lipid metabolism assessment
A TSH test is used to evaluate the thyroid function
FT3; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
FT4; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
DHEA hormone produced in the adrenal glands, which stimulates the secretion of testosterone and oestrogen
Testosterone; the primary sex hormone in males
Tumour markers; diagnosing prostate (PSA) and gastrointestinal tract (Ca 19.9) cancer
Urinalysis

Child's Health Package

A comprehensive check of essential parameters of health of children at all ages, including:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Sedimentation rate; the speed at which erythrocytes settle down in the test tube. An inflammation marker
CRP; a protein indicating an acute inflammation in the body, with a differentiation between bacterial and viral infections
Glucose; fasting glucose level
Urea, secreted by the kidneys, may indicate renal function impairment
Creatinine, responsible for normal kidney function
Total calcium ensures bone stability and normal muscle and nerve functions
Alkaline phosphatase, of importance in diagnosing a bladder infection or skeletal system diseases
ASO; diagnoses of scarlet fever and diseases caused by streptococci, such as tonsillitis
IgE; total amount of antibodies triggered by allergic reactions or during helminthiasis.
Urinalysis

First Trimester Mama Package

Laboratory tests recommended mainly for women in the first trimester of their pregnancy. The package includes:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Glucose; fasting glucose level
BhCG for early pregnancy detection and further prenatal care
Progesterone; a hormone essential for maintaining the pregnancy
Anti-HBs is used to confirm contact with the hepatitis B virus
HCV antibodies confirm contact with the hepatitis C virus
HIV is used to confirm a HIV infection
WR (Wassermann reaction) is used to detect a syphilis infection
Toxoplasma IgG and IgM antibodies are used to confirm an infection with the Toxoplasma gondii virus
Rubella IgG and IgM antibodies are used to detect a rubella infection
Cytomegaly IgG and IgM antibodies are used to detect a cytomegalovirus infection
Urinalysis

Second Trimester Mama Package

Laboratory tests recommended mainly for women in the second trimester of their pregnancy. The package includes:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
The oral glucose tolerance test, used to diagnose gestational diabetes. It is conducted in the following manner: the first blood sample is drawn fasting. Then, within 5 minutes, the patient is asked to drink a glucose solution. Further blood samples are collected after an hour, and then after another hour. The patient is required to stay at the clinic and refrain from any physical activity, as it may affect the test results.
Urinalysis

Third Trimester Mama Package

Laboratory tests recommended mainly for women in the third trimester of their pregnancy. The package includes:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Glucose; fasting glucose level

Healthy Liver Package

Tests used to detect liver function disorders. The package includes:

ASPAT, found in liver cells, may indicate the presence of liver diseases.
ASTL, found in liver cells, may indicate the presence of liver parenchymal diseases
The total protein test monitors all proteins found in human body
Total bilirubin indicates a level of the bile duct patency and is a sign of liver function
Gamma-glutamyltransferase (GGT) may indicate liver injury caused mainly by medications or excessive alcohol consumption
Anti-HBs is used to confirm contact with the hepatitis B virus
HCV antibodies confirm contact with the hepatitis C virus
Alkaline phosphatase may indicate the bile buildup in the hepatic ducts

Parasites Package (blood tests)

This package is recommended mainly for people who want to check the potential presence of parasites in their body.

– IgG Antibodies against Echinococcus multilocularis (tapeworm)
– IgG (IIF) Antibodies against Giardia lamblia (giardia infection)
– Roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides)

Oral glucose tolerance test

The test is performed in patients with abnormal glucose blood levels and at 24-28 weeks pregnant. It is conducted in the following manner: the first blood sample is drawn fasting. Then, within 5 minutes, the patient is asked to drink a glucose solution. Further blood samples are collected after an hour, and then after another hour. The patient is required to stay at the clinic and refrain from any physical activity, as it may affect test results. The test is performed in the morning ONLY.

Western Blot testing for Lyme Disease

A test used for qualitative identification of antibodies against Borrelia, which includes 18 bands in total.

Allergic diseases

Atopic package, 30 allergens:

milk, casein, α-Lactalbumin, β-Lactoglobulin, bovine serum albumin, hen’s egg white and yolk, rice, soy, banana, pork meat, beef, chicken, yeast, house dust mites (D.pteronyssinus + D.farinae), mould mix (C.herbarum + A.alternata), late tree pollen (silver birch, oak), early tree pollen (grey alder, hazel), grass mix (timothy, orchard grass, oatgrass, common meadow-grass, meadow fescue), IgE total, flour mix (wheat flour, rye flour, oat).

Paediatrics Package, 30 allergens:

timothy, rye, birch, artemisia, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Dermatophagoides farinae, cat, dog, horse, Cladosporium herbarum, Aspergillus fumigatus, Alternaria alternata, egg white, egg yolk, cod, milk, α-Lactalbumin, β-Lactoglobulin, casein, bovine serum albumin, wheat flour, rice, soy, peanuts, hazelnuts, carrot, potato, apple.

Food package, 20 allergens:

egg white, egg yolk, milk, yeast, wheat flour, rye flour, rice, soy, peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, apple, kiwi fruit, apricot, tomato, potato, celery, cod, shrimp.

Inhallant Allergens Package, 20 allergens:

sweet vernal grass, orchard grass, timothy, rye, alder, birch, hazel, oak, ambrosia, artemisia, narrowleaf plantain, cat, dog, horse, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Dermatophagoides farinae, Penicillium notatum, Cladosporium herbarum, Aspergillus fumigatus, Alternaria alternata.

For vitamin drips

Prior to IVNT administration, each patient is obliged to undergo the following blood tests: FBC, sedimentation rate, albumins, ASPAT, ALAT, GGT, creatinine.
A £30 deposit is required.

Rheumatic Diseases Package

These tests are used to detect the cause of muscle and joint pain, diagnosing rheumatic diseases and inflammation:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Sedimentation rate; the speed at which erythrocytes settle down in the test tube. An inflammation marker
Uric acid used to diagnose gout
ASO; diagnoses of scarlet fever and diseases caused by streptococci, such as tonsillitis
RF stands for a rheumatoid factor, which is a sign of inflammation
CCP antibodies used to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis
CRP; a protein indicating an acute inflammation in the body, with a differentiation between bacterial and viral infections

Electrolyte panel

A test that measures blood levels of electrolytes (various elements), covering:

Sodium
Potassium
Chlorides
Calcium
Magnesium
Phosphorus

Swabs

Throat culture
Ear culture
Skin culture

Stool culture tests

Stool culture - general
Stool parasites test
General stool test in children below the age of 2

Sports Package

This package is recommended mainly for competitive sportsmen and includes:

Oestradiol; a hormone from the oestrogen group, determined in endocrine disorders
FSH; a pituitary gland hormone determining the secretion of oestrogens; used for diagnosing endocrine disorders
LH; a pituitary gland hormone regulating the secretion of progesterone in females and testosterone in males,
Prolactin; a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, which may be responsible for fertility issues
Cortisol; often called the stress hormone, it has an anti-inflammatory properties. It also retains salt in the body and influences glucose blood levels.
Testosterone; the primary sex hormone in males

Extended Sports Package

This package is recommended mainly for competitive sportsmen and includes:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Lipid profile; LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, lipid metabolism assessment
ASPAT, found in liver cells, may indicate the presence of liver diseases.
ASTL, found in liver cells, may indicate the presence of liver parenchymal diseases
Gamma-glutamyltransferase (GGT) may indicate liver injury caused mainly by medications or excessive alcohol consumption
Urea, secreted by the kidneys, may indicate renal function impairment
Uric acid used to diagnose gout
Creatinine indicates the filtration rate
Oestradiol; a hormone from the oestrogen group, determined in endocrine disorders
FSH; a pituitary gland hormone determining the secretion of oestrogens; used for diagnosing endocrine disorders
LH; a pituitary gland hormone regulating the secretion of progesterone in females and testosterone in males,
Prolactin; a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, which may be responsible for fertility issues
Cortisol; often called the stress hormone, it has an anti-inflammatory properties. It also retains salt in the body and influences glucose blood levels.
Testosterone; the primary sex hormone in males

Healthy Kidneys Package

Tests used to evaluate the kidney function. The package includes:

Urea, secreted by the kidneys, may indicate renal function impairment
Creatinine indicates the filtration rate
Uric acid used to diagnose gout
Urinalysis

Healthy Heart Package

Tests used to evaluate kidney function. The package includes:

Lipid profile; LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, lipid metabolism assessment
CK; creatine kinase, an enzyme used to detect a myocardial infarction
CK-MB Mass isoenzyme used to show the heart function

Diabetes Package

Tests used to diagnose or monitor diabetes. The package includes:

Glucose; fasting glucose level
Lipid profile; LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, lipid metabolism assessment
Hba1c; glycated haemoglobin, used to diagnose diabetes

Thyroid

Tests used to diagnose thyroid diseases, including:

A TSH test is used to evaluate the thyroid function
FT4; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
FT3; hormone produced by the thyroid gland
The antithyroglobulin antibody (TGAB) count used to diagnose autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland
Anti-thyroid peroxidase (TPO); the antibody count used to diagnose autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland
Thyroglobulin is used to diagnose and monitor the therapy of the thyroid gland cancers

Coeliac Package

Tests conducted to detect coeliac disease or gluten intolerance. All tests are performed only if the patient still eats gluten. The package includes:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Sedimentation rate; the speed at which erythrocytes settle down in the test tube. An inflammation marker
CRP; a protein indicating an acute inflammation in the body, with a differentiation between bacterial and viral infections
Tissue Transglutaminase (TTG) IgA and IgG; an enzyme responsible for protein post-translational modifications
IgA and IgG anti-endomysial antibodies - depending on exposure to gluten
IgA and IgG anti-gliadin antibodies; gliadin is a fraction of gluten responsible for food intolerance in coeliac disease

Anaemia Package

Tests used to evaluate the haematopoietic system function, including:

full blood count; most important parameters include red and white blood cells, and platelets
Ferritin; a protein indicating the amount of iron stored in the body
Transferritin transports iron in the blood and may be used to determine iron deficiency
Iron, which participates in oxygen transport

We believe that reliable test results are essential for an accurate diagnosis and are a key part of health prophylaxis. To us, the precision and reliability of issued test results are of utmost importance. Our mission is to raise each patient’s awareness of their health and enable them to access a wide range of laboratory tests in a way most convenient to them.