Dopamine Test in Collinwood, Tennessee
Featured Test
Featured Test
How it Works
Nationwide, Affordable, Rapid
-
Step 1
Order
Your Tests -
Step 2
Go to
the Lab -
Step 3
Get Your
Results
Locations in Collinwood, Tennessee View All Locations
Locations in Collinwood, Tennessee
You will be able to select a lab location during checkout.
Dopamine Test in Collinwood, Tennessee
Same day and Affordable Dopamine Test, Locations Nationwide
Request A Test offers a convenient and affordable Dopamine Test in Collinwood, . This test, also known as the Catecholamines test, measures levels of dopamine, epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine. These are three of the primary catecholamines. Catecholamines are hormones which increase when a person is under physical or emotional stress. The release of catecholamines into the blood has a number of effects including increased energy, dilated pupils, increased blood pressure, increased heart rate and heightened metabolism. Typically, once the source of the stress has passed, catecholamines are quickly metabolized and removed from the body through the urine. Catecholamine levels are normally low but they can be elevated by hormone-producing tumors known as pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas. These are endocrine tumors originating in the adrenal glands. While these types of tumors are typically benign, the excess hormones they produce can cause hypertension, severe headaches, anxiety, sweating, nausea, rapid heartbeat and tingling in the hands and feet. If left untreated, they can result in kidney damage, heart disease and an increased risk of heart attack or stroke.
This test is typically ordered when a person has symptoms of excess catecholamine production to help determine if a tumor is the cause of their condition. Catecholamine testing may also be done as a follow up to irregular results on a metanephrine test. Since a number of factors including the stress of having blood drawn can falsely elevate catecholamine levels and because they are eliminated from the body quickly, a blood catecholamine test may not always yield accurate results. For this reason, a Catecholamine Urine Test is often done along with the blood test or as a follow-up.
WHY CHOOSE US for your Dopamine Test ?
- Request A Test has been providing direct-to-consumer lab work since 2002.
- We offer discounted pricing on our entire menu of 1000 lab tests including dozens of panels that bundle multiple tests for additional savings.
- All prices are clearly stated on our website. No hidden fees or additional charges for sales tax.
- Our customer service team is available 6 days a week to answer your questions and help you place orders.
- We work with 2 of the largest certified labs in the country to offer the same high-quality testing used by doctors and hospitals.
- Every client is provided with a free password-protected account to ensure their privacy.
- We don’t require insurance or an order from your personal doctor. Request A Test supplied the medical order to the lab.
- Ordering is quick and easy. Orders can be set up in as little as 10 minutes and you can visit the lab the same day.
- We provide the test results directly to you. Most tests are completed in just a few business days.
Request A Test makes getting your own lab work easy and affordable while maintaining your privacy. Test results are provided through your password-protected online account. Our knowledgeable team members are ready to answer any questions you may have to help you better understand your results. Request A Test is your partner on your journey to take charge of your health.
