The Body Pain Panel includes tests that help diagnose various causes of body pain, which may be related to metabolic issues, nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, or autoimmune conditions. Here’s a brief description of each test:
- Blood Sugar Level:
- What it is: Measures the amount of glucose in your blood.
- Relevance: High blood sugar (diabetes) can lead to neuropathy (nerve pain), which can contribute to body pain.
- CBC (Complete Blood Count):
- What it is: A blood test that evaluates overall health by measuring red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and hemoglobin.
- Relevance: Can detect anemia (low red blood cells) or infections that might cause generalized body pain.
- Uric Acid:
- What it is: Measures the level of uric acid in the blood.
- Relevance: High uric acid levels can lead to gout, causing intense joint pain and inflammation.
- Calcium:
- What it is: Measures the amount of calcium in the blood.
- Relevance: Low calcium levels can cause muscle cramps and pain, while high levels can be linked to bone or kidney issues.
- Serum Iron:
- What it is: Measures the level of iron in your blood.
- Relevance: Low iron can cause fatigue and muscle pain, and may be a sign of iron-deficiency anemia.
- FT3, FT4, TSH (Thyroid Tests):
- What it is: Measures thyroid hormones (FT3, FT4) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.
- Relevance: Imbalances in thyroid function can cause muscle aches and joint pain. Hypothyroidism often leads to body pain and stiffness.
- Vitamin B12:
- What it is: Measures the level of vitamin B12 in the blood.
- Relevance: Deficiency can cause nerve pain, fatigue, and muscle weakness.
- Vitamin D:
- What it is: Measures the level of vitamin D in the blood.
- Relevance: Low vitamin D levels are associated with muscle pain, weakness, and increased risk of osteoporosis.
- RA Factor (Rheumatoid Arthritis Factor):
- What it is: Tests for the presence of antibodies related to rheumatoid arthritis.
- Relevance: Elevated levels suggest rheumatoid arthritis, which causes joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation.
- CRP (C-Reactive Protein):
- What it is: A protein that rises in response to inflammation in the body.
- Relevance: High CRP levels indicate inflammation, which can contribute to body pain, especially in conditions like arthritis.
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