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Always ask your doctor these 5 questions about your lab results, according to a physician

Dr. Cedrek McFadden, a board-certified colorectal and general surgeon with over 20 years of clinical experience at Prisma ...
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How to talk with your doctor about lab results (& what to ask them)

When you see your blood work results landed in your inbox, it’s natural to feel a pang of curiosity, pulling you to dive right in and start interpreting your own lab report. But bear in mind that it’s ...

A Cardiologist Reveals the Key Lab Results to Monitor for Heart Health

"Regular bloodwork is important if you have a known cardiovascular problem or if you are taking cholesterol medication," ...

Dr. Roach: Cholesterol suddenly raises, possibly due to personal variation

I'm a 74-year-old male in good health.

Dear Doctor: Is there a difference in how blood test results are calculated from one lab to another?

I’m a 74-year-old male in good health. My lab work has been pretty consistent over several years. My cholesterol level is always below 200 mg/dL with a high HDL (80 mg/dL). All of these results over ...