Mayo Clinic offers a specialized blood test known as Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathy Evaluation (THEV1) to provide in-depth insights into the health of your blood, specifically focusing on hemoglobin disorders like thalassemia and hemoglobinopathies. These conditions can affect the structure and function of your hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in your red blood cells. Whether you're seeking to understand your risk of these genetic disorders, are experiencing unexplained symptoms, or are planning a family, the THEV1 screening can provide valuable information for your healthcare journey. Explore the significance of this test, its advantages, and how it can help you maintain optimal blood health.
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Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathy Evaluation (THEV1)
Mayo Clinic's Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathy Evaluation (THEV1) is a specialized blood test designed to diagnose and assess hemoglobin disorders such as thalassemia and hemoglobinopathies. Unlike routine blood tests, the THEV1 test focuses on the structure and function of your hemoglobin, a crucial component of your red blood cells. Hemoglobin disorders can result in abnormal hemoglobin molecules that affect the oxygen-carrying capacity of your blood, potentially leading to anemia or other health issues. By detecting these genetic abnormalities, the THEV1 test helps healthcare providers make precise diagnoses, develop personalized treatment plans, and offer valuable genetic counseling to individuals and families.
The Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathy Evaluation (THEV1) screening offers several important advantages. Firstly, it allows for the early detection and diagnosis of hemoglobin disorders, providing you with essential information about your blood's health and your risk of developing related conditions. Secondly, the test aids in tailoring treatment plans for individuals with hemoglobinopathies, ensuring that interventions are effective and well-suited to the specific disorder. Thirdly, for those planning to start a family, the THEV1 test can assess the risk of passing these genetic conditions to your children, allowing for informed family planning decisions. Overall, this specialized blood test empowers individuals and healthcare professionals to take proactive measures to maintain optimal blood health.
We are committed to empowering our community to take control of their own comprehensive health and wellness by making access to the best resources for prevention, diagnosis, and care easy and affordable. Booking your advanced cancer screening and private lab tests is straightforward; simply follow the instructions below. If you have questions, connect with our team at (403) 475-0016 or through our online form.
Visit health-today.ca to explore the available health tests and packages. Health Today offers an innovative liquid biopsy to detect various cancer signatures simultaneously using a single blood sample. We also offer advanced lab screening to detect numerous conditions and deficiencies to provide insight into your current health and overall wellness. Read the descriptions of each advanced screening available and choose the test(s) you wish to take.
If you are on the page of a specific test, click the Book Now! button. If you are on the main page, click the Book Test tab at the top left corner of the page. If you want multiple tests completed, book one single appointment and additional tests can be added and paid for when you arrive. You will be asked to provide your personal information, including your name, contact details, and preferred appointment time. If you are booking for family screenings, book one appointment for each member to ensure we have enough time dedicated to complete specimen collection for everyone.
When you book your screening appointment you will be charged a non-refundable booking fee to reserve your appointment slot so that we can continue to offer our clients the highest levels of care and sufficient time for collection. This fee will be applied to your selected screening at the time of your appointment. On the day of your scheduled booking, you can pay for the balance due for the test you selected and any additional screenings you choose on-site. This ensures that you only pay for the tests you receive, and you have the flexibility to add or remove tests as needed, based on your requirements and budget. We accept payment with debit or credit card.
On the day of your appointment, visit the designated health center to undergo the screening process. Your private labs testing will be completed at one of our partner clinics:
Signature Medical Centre in the SW
Future Smiles in the NE
The screening will involve sample collection, depending on the type of test(s) you have booked.
After the screening, the samples are securely packaged and sent to the laboratory for advanced analysis. The laboratory is equipped with advanced technology and staffed by qualified professionals who are trained to perform the required tests accurately and efficiently. Depending on the shipping cycle and lab schedule for the private lab tests you selected, results are provided in 5-10 days. You will receive your test results via secure email within the specified timeframe.
Always share your results and consult your primary care physician before changing your medication or healthcare plan. Once our laboratory finishes analyzing your samples, they will provide you with a detailed report of your results. These results may be in a numerical or graphical format, test-dependent. The report will also give an analysis, explaining the implications for your health and well-being, which should provide your physician insight. While we strive to make the results clear and concise, guidance and examination from your primary care physician are essential to fully understanding the results and determining the appropriate next steps.
