Psychiatry in America vs. Portugal: Understanding the Differences
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At Alegria Medical Centre, we understand that some patients wish to have direct access to laboratory tests in order to proactively monitor their health. That’s why we offer direct access laboratory tests (DAT), a convenient solution for monitoring your health without the need for a prior consultation. However, we strongly believe that access to these tests should be used with caution and responsibility.
Although convenient, these tests require careful consideration:
For optimal and personalized medical care, we recommend a consultation before the blood test.
General check-up
Blood sugar
Cholesterol
Cardiovascular risks
Thyroid
STI
BOOKING AN APPOINTMENT: Blood tests can be bought and scheduled directly online.
PREPARING FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT: With the exception of blood tests for STIs, please ensure that you have been fasting for at least 12 hours before your appointment (water is permitted).
RESULTS: The results will be sent to you directly by e-mail within 1 to 5 days.
If you would like to discuss the results with a doctor, you can:
NB: It is not recommended to purchase this blood test online if you have Portuguese insurance. Please contact our team for more information.
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