Ask Doctor for what tests??

[brownpaperbag04]

OK so I've setup an appointment to go see my doctor. In the past I've done 1 test and a few fina cycles but I've had about 3+ months off from everything. I would like to make sure my test levels are ok and my thyroid is functioning properly (because i've taken a cycle of T3). Can someone help me out with the terminology...what blood/urine/other tests should I ask for (especially for thyroid)?

...and please spare the lecturing...

Karma as always for help!

 

[manny78]

It really depens on the doctor but usually it's gonna be iether Test cypionate or enanthate. Maybe prop in some cases but definitely not HRT (which I guess is what you're going for).

 

[brownpaperbag04]

If you could explain each of those tests or why I would want the doc to do them I'd appreciate it.

Also, I assume it's pretty safe to tell a doc you've taken roids ...right? Since there's the whole doctor-patient confidientiality thing...or am I wrong?

If it's not very safe to tell them the truth, should I just say I've been on andro or some other GNC crap?

 

[manny78]

I assume it's pretty safe to tell a doc you've taken roids ...right? Since there's the whole doctor-patient confidientiality thing...or am I wrong?

You live in the US so I have no idea. Here I would and I did it since it helped him understand many things about me and my bloodwork.

 

[NJjuice22]

It really depens on the doctor but usually it's gonna be iether Test cypionate or enanthate. Maybe prop in some cases but definitely not HRT (which I guess is what you're going for).

i believe he meant what blood tests...not what forms of testosterone.

 

[brownpaperbag04]

yeah i'm looking for what blood/urine/other tests I should ask the doctor to do on me. Not what testosterone he should prescrible me.

...Also i'm still very interested about the whole "telling" the doc or not about gear...anyone know?

 

[Laser0001]

A friend of mine had some health issues and told the doctors everything he had been taking. His insurance is Kaiser and there was no talk of cancelation or denial of coverage.

 

[Laser0001]

http://boards.elitefitness.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=288921

 

[manny78]

Ahhh my mistake. Then yeah, tell your doc about your past gear experiences cause he may find weird your results.

 

[winny100]

jan issue of muscular development has a good article on blood tests / recovery

 

[CPA22]

Everything is confidential. I told my doc and although he strongly disagreed with my usage, he offered any help such as periodic bloodwork...I am in New York by the way, other states may differ.

 

[Bam Bam]

liver enzymes, test levels. Those are 2 for sure and Im sure there are more. Bam

 

[brownpaperbag04]

thanks lazer, cpa, and bam...much appreciated

KARMA!

 

[GawdsGift]

it depends on how much you like having health care i guess. lol. i would never tell a doctor my use unless it was absolutely necessary. heres how you do it the CHEAP and confiential way. GO donate blood. you'll get flagged for somethign for sure and theyll let you know EVERYTHING.

but everythign will go back to normal within time anyway. PEACE