Samples vs. vaccination: what you need to know
Understanding two complementary pillars of your health In Quebec, prevention and health monitoring are based on a number of complementary tools, including medical sampling and vaccination. However, some confusion persists as to the nature and respective roles of these two interventions. Patients often wonder what the difference is between a blood test and a vaccination, […]
Myths and realities about levies
What you really need to know before your appointment Introduction In Quebec, medical sampling plays a central role in health monitoring. Whether it’s for a blood test, a prenatal test, a food intolerance test or a specialized test, these analyses provide essential information on a person’s state of health. Despite their importance, a number of […]
Which prenatal test should you choose (Verifi, Harmony, EarlyReveal) and when?
A complete guide for expectant mothers Introduction Non-invasive prenatal screening tests have become an indispensable reference in pregnancy monitoring. Thanks to a simple blood sample, they can accurately detect certain chromosomal abnormalities, including trisomy 21, quickly and safely. When you find out you’re pregnant, it’s natural to want reliable information about your baby’s health. However, […]
CardioSTAT®
CardioSTAT® is a modern solution for extended cardiac monitoring, recognized by Health Canada as equivalent to Holter, offering comfort, clinical precision and a simple process for patients.
A strategic alliance for your health: Prelev acquires Centre de Vaccination AES!
The Prelev team is extremely proud to announce an exciting milestone in our history. We have officially acquired the Centre de Vaccination AES, a trusted institution well known in the Sherbrooke community. This union of two complementary areas of expertise is the fruit of a shared vision: to offer you even more comprehensive, integrated and […]
Milk intolerance or allergies
Like many people, you often have bloating, gas, diarrhea or constipation… The first thing you think is that it’s lactose. But is he really the one to blame? Lactose is a double sugar found in milk and its by-products (e.g. ice cream, yogurt, cheese). Under the action of the enzyme called lactase, it splits into […]
Screening tests for diabetes
Imagine the following scenario… “Your doctor just called to give you an update on your last blood test. He asks you to take additional tests for your blood sugar. You panic. This is it, you’re diabetic…” Don’t panic! Let’s take a closer look… In recent years, doctors have become more vigilant and have started to […]
Notice to our customers related to COVID-19
Because we care about your health – and obviously ours! – here are the measures we have put in place: We receive you BY APPOINTMENT ONLY in order to avoid overcrowding in the waiting room and to ensure smooth operations. Don’t worry, we can receive you quickly. You have 2 options for making an appointment: […]
Food intolerances and obesity
Food intolerance or hypersensitivity is an evolving field of research. New research on the role of IgG in food reactions is published every year. Here are some interesting facts about obesity… Study done in 2008 on diabetes In this study, diabetes researchers determined that obese children have more food sensitivities than normal weight children. Obese […]
Food intolerances and migraines
Food intolerances and migraines… Food intolerance or hypersensitivity is an evolving field of research and new research on the role of IgG in reactions with foods is published every year. Several small studies have shown that eliminating foods that create food sensitivities have helped reduce the frequency of migraines and the need for migraine medications. […]