Five Important Medical Tests You Need To Take

Julie Chen, MD, in the March, 2013, To Your Health,  suggests these top five tests to see if you are generally healthy:

• comprehensive metabolic panel--a blood test to asses electrolyte and mineral levels, and liver and kidney function
• complete blood count--checks platelets, red and white blood cells
• lipid panel--checks cholesterol and triglyceride levels
• fasting glucose level--checks sugar levels
• thyroid panel--TSH levels for thyroid function, sometimes T3 and T4 also

These tests monitor your health status, and if you are taking any vitamins or medications are recommended on a yearly basis.
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