Recommended Blood Work for Hair & Scalp Consultations
If you are requesting updated labs from your doctor, below is a list of blood tests I commonly review when assessing scalp health, hair shedding, hair thinning, and overall hair health concerns.
For those NOT currently experiencing hair loss, the only labs I typically recommend are those indicated by an asterisk (*).
VITAMIN & NUTRIENT TESTING
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
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Vitamin B9 (Folate / Folic Acid)*
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Vitamin B12*
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Vitamin C
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Vitamin D*
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Iron Panel*
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Ferritin
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Selenium8
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Magnesium*
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Magnesium, RBC
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Zinc*
THYROID TESTING
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TSH*
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Total T3
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Free T3*
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Total T4
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Free T4*
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Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO Antibodies)
HORMONE TESTING
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Testosterone
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Free Testosterone
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DHT (Dihydrotestosterone)
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Estrogen / Estradiol
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Progesterone
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Prolactin
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DHEA
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Cortisol*
METABOLIC & ADDITIONAL TESTING
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Fasting Insulin*
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LDL Cholesterol
Please submit a copy of your most recent blood work results to Dorian at least 2 days before your consultation appointment.
* Please note, the information provided by the Trichologist is not medical advice and is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or mitigate any medical treatment options. Like other paramedical (non-physician) specialists such as nutritionists or trainers, any medical problems suspected that may be associated with your hair loss will be directed towards a medical doctor.
