Tests
1st tests to order
CBC
Test
Laboratory investigations are of limited use unless an underlying medical condition is suspected.[89] CBC may be requested to exclude possible underlying medical problems such as anemia.
Result
normal
serum glucose level
Test
Laboratory investigations are of limited use unless an underlying medical condition is suspected.[89] Serum glucose level may be requested to exclude possible underlying medical problems such as diabetes.
Result
normal
renal function
Test
Laboratory investigations are of limited use unless an underlying medical condition is suspected.[89] Renal function may be requested to exclude possible underlying medical problems such as renal failure.
Result
normal
thyroid function tests
Test
Only indicated if symptoms and signs are suggestive of possible underlying thyroid disorder.
Result
normal
serum prolactin level
Test
Only indicated if symptoms and signs are suggestive of possible underlying prolactinoma, such as galactorrhea, irregular menses, and infertility.
Result
normal
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