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Labs to request: PCOS edition

as someone who has been diagnosed with PCOS, these are the labs I highly suggest you request from the doctor! knowledge is POWER!!!

#lemon8partner #embracingvulnerability #pcos #bloodlabs #lemon8challenge

2024/3/25 Edited to

If you've been diagnosed with PCOS, understanding the essential blood tests can empower you and help tailor your treatment. Important tests include a full hormone panel that covers estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, FSH, LH, DHEA-S, and a complete thyroid panel including TSH, Free T4, T3, reverse T3, and TPO antibodies. Additionally, monitoring blood sugar levels with fasting insulin, glucose, and A1C tests is vital. Don't forget key vitamins and minerals like Vitamin D, B12, and Iron, which play a role in overall health and hormone balance. Being proactive in requesting these tests can lead to more effective management of PCOS symptoms and aid in achieving a better quality of life. Collaborate closely with your healthcare provider to ensure all necessary tests are performed, as obtaining this information will equip you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions regarding your health journey.

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Find a good gynecologist! Mine suspected PCOS at the first appointment even though I don’t have many of the typical signs and ordered a full panel and ultrasound without me having to ask. Then referred me to an endocrinologist. Loooove her

What do we do with the results bc I was just told to lose weight which I’m actively doing.

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