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Obesity Profile – Test Descriptions

1. Blood Glucose Level:
   Measures blood sugar to assess risk or presence of diabetes, which is closely linked to obesity.
2. Thyroid Function Test:
   Includes T3, T4, and TSH to evaluate thyroid function, as an underactive thyroid can contribute to weight gain.
3. Total Cholesterol:
   Measures overall cholesterol levels to assess cardiovascular health and the risk of heart disease.
4. Triglyceride:
   Monitors fat levels in the blood, which are often elevated in obese individuals and associated with metabolic syndrome.
5. HDL Cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein):
   Known as “good cholesterol,” it helps remove bad cholesterol from the bloodstream. Low levels are common in obesity.
6. LDL Cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein):
   Known as “bad cholesterol,” high levels can increase the risk of heart disease and are common in obesity.
7. SGPT/ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase):
   A liver enzyme test to screen for liver health, particularly non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) associated with obesity.
8. SGOT/AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase):
   Another liver enzyme test to check for potential liver damage or stress due to obesity.
9. CPK (Creatine Phosphokinase):
   Evaluates muscle health and detects muscle damage, which can sometimes occur due to weight-related strain.
10. CPK-MB:
    A specific type of CPK test focused on cardiac muscle, used to monitor heart health in obese individuals.
11. LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase):
    Assesses tissue damage, including in the heart and liver, which may occur due to complications of obesity.
12. Troponin I:
    A highly specific marker for heart muscle injury, used to detect and monitor heart conditions, especially in those with obesity-related risks.