Your Labs Are Normal But You Ache and Feel Tired All The Time?
About this episode
Dr. Terri discusses why normal lab results may not reflect true health and what tests to consider for better diagnosis.
Millions of people leave their doctor's office with "normal" bloodwork — and still feel terrible. Fatigued, foggy, anxious, in pain. If that's you, Dr. Terri has a message: your labs aren't lying, but the reference ranges might be. In this solo episode, Dr. Terri breaks down exactly why the standard of care is failing patients, how clinical reference ranges have quietly shifted to accommodate a sicker and sicker population, and what comprehensive, preventative testing actually looks like — including a full list of labs you can bring to your next appointment. If you've been dismissed, minimized, or told to just get older gracefully — this one is for you. Labs Dr. Terri recommends asking your provider for: Thyroid TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Free T3 Free T4 Reverse T3 TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase) Hormones Testosterone (men and women) Estrogen DHEA FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) LH (Luteinizing Hormone) Progesterone (especially if dealing with infertility or irregular cycles) 4–5 Point Salivary Cortisol Panel Metabolic Fasting Insulin (optimal: 9–12) Hemoglobin A1C Full Lipid Panel with particle size and ApoLipoprotein analysis (NMR panel or Cleveland Clinic panel…
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