Here are some examples of common laboratory panels:
* Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures different types of blood cells, hemoglobin, and hematocrit.
* Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP): Checks blood glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function.
* Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP): Includes all the tests in a BMP plus liver function tests.
* Lipid Panel: Measures cholesterol, triglycerides, and HDL and LDL levels.
* Thyroid Panel: Assesses thyroid function.
These panels are often ordered by doctors to get a more comprehensive picture of a patient's health or to screen for certain conditions.