Call now for blood work or tests you want done for your 2010 baseline. I recommend a basic blood count, sugar, cholesterol (including HDL, the good one; and LDL, the bad one). Other tests may be recommended based on the medication you are taking.
Some medications should be monitored by checking levels Some medications require monitoring of other tests: For example: If taking "Water pills" or diuretics, you should get Potassium and possibly sodium and a kidney test periodically If taking pain medications, you should monitor your liver functions. If you are taking a statin for cholesterol, you should check a lipid panel to make sure the medication is working and an ALT or AST to monitor your liver. Arthritis pills require monitoring of Kidney function and basic blood count. If you are taking diabetic medications, we need to check your urine at least 2 x a year and check your HbA1C--the test that tells us your average blood sugar for the last 2-3 months--at least 4 times per year.
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