swgrl09
24-08-12, 19:58
I went to my doctor regarding my depression and anxiety. I was prescribed lexapro 10 mg. My doctor wants me to come back in a month to see how it's going, but also wants me to do a physical then because I guess I am due for one. I got all nervous because she wants me to do blood work prior. Is that routine for a physical? I'm 24.
She also wants to test my thyroid because thyroid problems are in my family history and I guess it can make depression and anxiety worse if it's hypo or hyper. That I understand.
She requested the following labs: Comprehensive Metabolic panel, lipid panel, T3 free, T4 free, TSH high sensitivity, vitamin B12, Vitamin D, 25-hydroxy, CBC with diff.
It all says for routine adult examination but I have never had that many done before and I'm nervous about it! Should I be? Or is it just what they test for?
She also wants to test my thyroid because thyroid problems are in my family history and I guess it can make depression and anxiety worse if it's hypo or hyper. That I understand.
She requested the following labs: Comprehensive Metabolic panel, lipid panel, T3 free, T4 free, TSH high sensitivity, vitamin B12, Vitamin D, 25-hydroxy, CBC with diff.
It all says for routine adult examination but I have never had that many done before and I'm nervous about it! Should I be? Or is it just what they test for?