When you visit a healthcare provider for a routine check-up or when you're feeling under the weather, one common practice is to undergo blood work. These tests provide valuable insights into your overall health and help doctors diagnose various conditions. But have you ever wondered how medical professionals establish the normal ranges for these lab values? Surprisingly, one of the methods they use involves averaging data from sick individuals. In this blog post, we'll delve into the science behind this approach and explore how it contributes to modern medicine.

Understanding Lab Values

Before we dive into how lab values are established, let's briefly discuss what they are. Lab values are numerical ranges that indicate the normal levels of various substances in your blood. These substances can include white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets, electrolytes, hormones, and more. These values are used as reference points to evaluate your health and diagnose potential issues.

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As healthcare continues to evolve, medical professionals are constantly seeking ways to provide the best possible care for their patients. When it comes to understanding your health, laboratory tests play a crucial role in diagnosing and preventing potential issues. While many standard tests are routinely conducted, there are some lesser-known but equally important lab tests that your physician might not be running – but should be. Are you wondering if the tests they are running are correct? Are you wondering why your results are "within normal limits" but you still feel like $#!T?  In this blog post, we'll explore the top five lab tests that deserve a place on your medical radar and you can click the link below to order our Functional Blood Report and take control of your health.

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