A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a blood test that measures various chemical levels in the body, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function. This test can help identify potential health issues related to diet and lifestyle.
For digital nomads and people who work from home, a BMP can be beneficial because they may have a different lifestyle compared to people who work in an office setting. For example, they may have less access to nutritious foods and may be more likely to have a sedentary lifestyle, which can put them at risk for certain health issues. A BMP can identify if there are any imbalances in their blood chemistry that may be caused by their lifestyle, such as high cholesterol, high blood sugar, or kidney or liver dysfunction.
Additionally, for digital nomads, who often travel and might have less access to health care providers, a BMP can provide a baseline for their health that can be used for comparison if they experience any symptoms or health issues in the future.
In summary, a BMP is a useful tool for identifying potential health issues related to diet and lifestyle, and can help digital nomads and people who work from home take proactive steps to maintain their health and well-being.
View a sample test result here.
Please note: The e-lab service is currently limited to the United States. However, the service is not available for individuals that reside in AZ, NY, NJ, RI, or Puerto Rico due to restrictions on 3rd party billing. Clients must also be 18 years of age or older to consent to and purchase a lab order.
Once you purchase an e-lab service, you will receive an email with information explaining your next steps, which includes setting up an account in our HIPAA-secured patient management system called Healthie, and filling out some required forms. Healthie is the platform we use to keep your sensitive and personal health information secure. You can set up the Healthie app on your mobile device for easy access.
e-Lab orders will be generated within 3-4 hours of receipt. The requisition form is made available to you within the Healthie's e-Labs tab. The e-lab order is sent directly from Healthie to Quest labs, so clients do not need to bring any paperwork with them to their blood draw appointment other than a valid photo id. You may take a copy of the requestion form to your appointment as a back-up.
Once your requisition is ready, you will need to contact your local Quest Diagnostic facility and set up an appointment for a blood draw. Lab order results are available within 30 days. You will also receive an email from us giving you some additional information about your results.
You can find a Quest Diagnostic lab here to schedule your blood-draw appointment.
You will want to be sure that you do all of the following after purchasing your e-lab:
By clicking the “Get Started Now!” button, you will be taken to the costs and billing page for this service. Please note that just clicking the button will not obligate you to purchase the service. However, if you do purchase an e-lab service and don’t use it, the money cannot be refunded. The cost of an e-lab is out-of-pocket; however a superbill can be provided to you for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement purposes.
