DHA Blood Draw Tests

Test Details

Lab Company: DHA Laboratory
Sample Type: Blood
Collection Location: In Lab (Phlebotomy Required)

DHA Laboratory's blood tests are used to analyze the levels of different hormones and nutrients to analyze overall health.

Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.
- Information about DHA Laboratory blood draws can be found HERE.
You will not receive a test kit for your blood draw.
Your requisition form will be emailed to you. Print the requisition form before going to your blood draw.
Your blood draw will be performed at Labcorp. Rupa Health recommends making an appointment for your blood draw.
Some tests require special preparation.
NOTE: If you are located in Hawaii, you must send your samples back on dry ice.

Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.
- Information about DHA Laboratory blood draws can be found HERE.
Your blood draw will be performed at Labcorp. DHA Laboratory will send you details on the Labcorp clinics closest to your location.
- Rupa Health recommends making an appointment for your blood draw.
- An appointment is not required.
You must fast for 12 hours prior to collection for any of these tests.
- Homocysteine
It is recommended, but not required, to fast for 12 hours prior to collection for any of these tests.
- Copper
- Histamine
- Zinc
You must avoid certain supplements and medications prior to collection for any of these tests. See details HERE.
- Copper
- Histamine
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
- Zinc
You can see more details on patient preparation by test HERE.
DO NOT discontinue any prescription medications prior to sample collection unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider.

Make an appointment at Labcorp.
1. DHA Laboratory will send you details on the Labcorp clinics closest to your location. Read more about the phlebotomy process HERE.
Print your test requisition form.
1. DHA Laboratory will email you this form.
2. The email will be titled "Blood Draw Documents for [Your Initials] (IMPORTANT)." It will come from info@dhalab.com.
Bring the following items with you to your blood draw appointment.
1. Test requisition form
The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.
1. NOTE: If the phlebotomist does not have royal blue tubes, they may use the following:
  1. For Copper, Serum: Red-top non serum separator tube
  2. For Zinc, Plasma: Lavender-top EDTA tube
2. NOTE: If you are located in Hawaii, you must send your samples back on dry ice. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you will need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores. Please reach out to DHA Laboratory at (847) 222-9546 or support@dhalab.com if you have further questions.

Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.
Instructions on how to fill out your requisition can be found HERE.

The phlebotomist will ship your sample to the lab for you.
NOTE: If you are located in Hawaii, you must send your samples back on dry ice. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you will need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores. Please reach out to DHA Laboratory at (847) 222-9546 or support@dhalab.com if you have further questions.

Results should be released to your provider 7 business days after samples are received at the lab. We cannot guarantee processing time.
Your provider will notify you when your results are in and schedule a follow-up appointment for you to review them together.

Test Information
- DHA Laboratory Test Instructions
- [PDF] How to Prepare for Your Blood Draw
Other Information
- Understanding DHA Laboratory's Phlebotomy Process
- DHA Laboratory Website

For general questions, email Rupa Health at support@rupahealth.com. For test-specific questions, contact DHA Laboratory by calling (847) 222-9546 or emailing support@dhalab.com.