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.
Key Details
🩸 Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.
🏥 Your blood draw will be performed at Labcorp. Rupa Health recommends making an appointment for your blood draw.
❌ 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.
💊 Some tests require special preparation.
🏝️ NOTE: If you are located in Hawaii, you must send your samples back on dry ice.
Preparation & Timing
Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.
Resources for scheduling and preparing for your blood draw 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.
Information about DHA Laboratory blood draws can be found HERE.
Rupa Health recommends making an appointment for your blood draw. An appointment is not required.
You must print your test requisition from the email sent to you from info@dhalab.com. The email will be titled "Blood Draw Documents for [Your Initials] (IMPORTANT)."
You must fast for 12 hours before collecting any of these tests.
Homocysteine
It is recommended, but not required, to fast for 12 hours before collecting any of these tests.
Copper
Histamine
Zinc
You must avoid certain supplements and medications before collecting 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 without consulting your healthcare provider.
Collection Instructions
Read this article to prepare for your blood draw.
Make an appointment at Labcorp.
DHA Laboratory will send you details on the Labcorp clinics closest to your location.
Read more about the DHA Laboratory phlebotomy process HERE.
Print your test requisition form.
DHA Laboratory will email you this form.
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.
Test requisition form
The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.
NOTE: If the phlebotomist does not have royal blue tubes, they may use the following:
For Copper, Serum: Red-top non-serum separator tube
For Zinc, Plasma: Lavender-top EDTA tube
NOTE: If you are in Hawaii, you must ship your samples on dry ice. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores. Contact DHA Laboratory at (847) 222-9546 or support@dhalab.com if you have questions.
Requisition & Payment
Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.
You must print your requisition form and take it with you to your blood draw.
Shipping
The phlebotomist will ship your sample to the lab for you.
NOTE: If you are in Hawaii, you must ship your samples on dry ice. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores. Contact DHA Laboratory at (847) 222-9546 or support@dhalab.com if you have questions.
Results
Results should be released to your provider 7 business days after samples are received at the lab. Rupa Health cannot guarantee processing time.
More Resources
Collection Instructions
Blood Draw Resources
Questions?
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