I'm going for my first physical in a while, and I want to know what tests I can ask for in addition to the usual. I'd like to get as much (useful) information as possible. Any suggestions?
Just from various readings I would have them run a serum insulin level test and a ferritin level test. Dr. Eades and others link bad numbers on these two as a source of lots of potential 'bad stuff'. A c-reactive protein test indicates levels of inflammation which could be revealing of your health status.
Basic bloodwork for a healthy person will include a CBC, CMP, thyroid panel, lipid panel. That's about it.
What to add depends upon how much you want to spend, amigo.
CRP high sens., fasting insulin, HgA1C would be some good additions...maybe homocysteine and Lp(a) as well. My MD wouldn't do anything beyond what I listed at the top (covered by insurance), so I figured I'd run everything else I wanted through my office. Still haven't done it yet.
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What medical tests should I get?
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