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What blood tests should I have?

A thorough physical exam should include several routine blood tests, along with one additional test you might want to request: a check of your vitamin D levels, as deficiency is common. Here are some essential tests you should undergo during a comprehensive physical: CBC (Complete Blood Count) with DifferentialThis test measures your red blood cells (responsible for oxygen transport), white blood cells (immune cells), and platelets (help with blood clotting), as well as the shapes, sub-types, and sizes of these cells. Trends in these results over time are often more telling than a single result. For instance, a low red blood cell count may indicate anemia. The differential analysis can help determine whether anemia is due to internal bleeding, iron...

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