Saturday, March 7, 2009

Live Blood Cell Test!!

Well my education level grew today! I had a series of tests scheduled today, one being a live blood cell analysis and the second a hair follicle test. The second test must be sent off, but the first one I got to witness first had. This was the coolest thing I have ever seen. I arrived at the lab, got a brief explanation and then we were off. My finger was pricked and my blood applied to several microscope slides. I could barely see the blood on the slides, however once they were placed under the microscope that was attached to a TV screen it all changed. At first the "blood" appeared to be billions of twinkling stars, but when magnified were much larger in diameter and they were moving... I was immediately amazed. To sum it all up just from looking at my blood the analyst could tell: I was lacking potassium, zinc, copper, needed to take fish oil supplements, my body breaks fat down well, my immune system is in good working order, I have parasites "gross" but so does everyone else. He said that if I had parasites from eating red meat they would look like big ugly worms, thankfully I had none of those!!! He could tell I had cell damage and the hair test will hopefully tell why. Overall this test was amazing and well worth the money spent. I learned so much and am continually in awe of God our maker and creator. I am fearfully and wonderfully made and just to think God knows us inside and out. He and He alone keeps us working and functioning and to think He knows the inner workings of how everything is put together!! I ask for continued prayers that this journey I am on and all these puzzle pieces will soon fit together!

1 comment:

Annie B. said...

wow, great post, Jadey! I have heard about this test...and how amazing it is to watch. We are praying for you and love you very much!