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Lab glossary
Understand what common tests measure and why context matters.
10 entries
Blood health
CBC. Complete blood count
A snapshot of blood cells, hemoglobin, and platelets.
Blood health
Ferritin
An iron storage protein that helps put iron status in context.
Thyroid
TSH. Thyroid stimulating hormone
A signal from the pituitary gland to the thyroid.
Metabolic health
HbA1c. Hemoglobin A1c
A view of average blood glucose over roughly three months.
Metabolic health
Lipid panel
A group of measurements related to cholesterol and triglycerides.
Nutrients
Vitamin B12
A vitamin important for blood cells and nerve function.
Nutrients
Vitamin D
A test often used to assess vitamin D status for bone health.
Hormones
Estradiol
An estrogen measurement whose meaning depends on timing and context.
Hormones
Progesterone
A hormone involved in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
Hormones
FSH. Follicle stimulating hormone
A pituitary hormone involved in ovarian activity.
For general education only. This information does not diagnose a condition or replace medical advice. Your provider will determine which evaluation or treatment is appropriate for you.