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Originally Posted by Bearygood View Post
I had several of the same things but not all. My specialist didn't even order a B-12 test, something that I later asked my PCP to do. One thing I remember I had that isn't on your list is TB.

No surprise coming from me but I think that everyone who suspects MS should have a comprehensive D panel as part of initial testing. Besides the frequency of deficiency associated with MS, it can cause neurological sx.
No TB test because I have a titer regularly to meet state licensing requirements for one of my licenses, so that was taken care of.

I didn't have a Vit D screen either, and wish every neuro would order one when they order a workup. There's just too much evidence that it's neuroprotective and so many people's levels are too low.

The whole bloodwork thing just stunned me when I found out all the things they were testing for, but a D workup wouldn't have added that much more to the already exorbitant charge! Thankfully I have good insurance!
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