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Health Evaluation Procedures

Our evaluations are a multi-step process. We will do our best to take you through the process as smoothly as possible. There are roughly four steps to the evaluation process:

  1. Blood and Urine Sample
  2. Online Surveys
  3. Testing Day Appointment
  4. Follow-up Appointment

We take you through the detailed steps on this page. So you know what to expect. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Tiffany Lipsey with your questions.

Blood and Urine Collection Instructions

If you receive a bill for the blood and urine collection, do not pay the bill. University of Colorado Hospital is supposed to bill us directly. Contact Tiffany Lipsey immediately at tiffany.lipsey@colostate.edu.

Have your orders entered at UCH

  • Program staff will enter orders at UCH for you.
  • They will need information from you to enter the orders.
  • You may need to create an account at UCH. Program staff will let you know!

Find a Collection Site

  • Find UCH labs on our maps and directions page.
  • The Express Lab on Prospect Road is good for same-day collection.
  • You may use any collection site listed on our website.
  • You can get your blood and urine collection up to one month prior to your evaluation appointment.
  • Plan for enough time if you are getting your blood draw before your appointment.

Fast Before Your Test

  • Fast for 12-14 hours prior to your blood collection.
  • Remember don’t eat anything before.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Take any prescribed medications.
  • Go to a UCH specimen collection site.
  • Complete your blood and urine sample.
  • AFTER your blood and urine collection, eat breakfast.
Directions to Specimen Collection Sites

Survey Instructions

One Week Before Your Appointment

Complete Six Short Surveys

  • One week before your appointment, check your email.
  • You will get six separate emails. Each email contains a link to individualized surveys for you. Do not share these links with anyone!
  • It’s important you complete these before your appointment.
    *Please know your information is kept confidential.

Testing Day Preparation Instructions

Because our evaluation is so comprehensive, there are a lot of steps involved. Take a moment to watch the video to prep you for what will happen on your testing day.

Your Pack List

  • Please leave your body armor at the station.
  • T-shirt, shorts, and shoes for exercising.
  • Females: Please wear a halter top or sports bra.
  • Water bottle – because, hydration.
  • Snack for after testing.
  • We have a locker room, towels, and showers for you.

Get Ready

  • No strenuous exercise 24 hours prior to your visit.
  • Make sure you eat a light, low-fat meal 2-hours prior to your arrival.
  • Please take your prescribed medications.

What to Expect at Your Appointment?

  • Park in the designated parking area in front of the HPCRL building.
  • Get a parking pass from the front desk.
  • The evaluation will take about 2.5 hours.
  • We measure your body fat.
  • You will get pulmonary function, strength, and flexibility testing.
  • You will walk and run on a treadmill wearing a mesh shirt to hold all the electrodes on.
  • We take your blood pressure – a lot.
Maps and Directions to CSU Testing

When Do I Get My Results?

At Your Follow-Up Visit

The follow-up visit is an individual consulting session to discuss your test results in detail.

We can schedule your follow up visit at CSU or at your department depending on the agreement with your department.
One of our trained staff members will give you feedback on your exam results.
Get personalized recommendations for implementing any needed changes to help you achieve your personal health goals.
Expect this visit to take one hour.