Trying to work out whether my panel improved or merely rearranged itself, because two of the numbers went the wrong way.
What I am trying to establish is whether an unchanged LDL-C alongside a large triglyceride fall is a good result or a bad one, because ApoB and LDL-C seem to be telling different stories.
Numbers rather than impressions, if you have them.
dan_philly said:Trying to work out whether my panel improved or merely rearranged itself, because two of the numbers went the wrong way.
Before/after bloodwork compilation for the lipid panel — everything in one place for those who want comprehensive data:
| Category | Marker | Before | After 10mo | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metabolic | A1C | 7.4% | 5.6% | ⬇️ 1.6% |
| Metabolic | Fasting Glucose | 122 | 87 | ⬇️ 32 |
| Lipids | LDL | 170 | 99 | ⬇️ 42 |
| Lipids | Triglycerides | 242 | 112 | ⬇️ 92 |
| Inflammation | hsCRP | 7.5 | 1.0 | ⬇️ 5.0 |
Every single metabolic marker improved. This is why I'm a believer in this therapy.
Dr.NutriCornell said:Before/after bloodwork compilation for the lipid panel — everything in one place for those who want comprehensive data: Category Marker Before After…
Tracking labs for the lipid panel — here's the panel I get every 3 months and why:
- CMP: glucose, electrolytes, kidney function, liver enzymes
- Lipid panel: total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides
- A1C: 3-month glucose average
- hsCRP: inflammatory marker
- CBC: blood counts, anemia screening
- B12, folate, iron: nutritional deficiency screening
- TSH, free T4: thyroid monitoring
- Lipase: pancreatic safety check
Total cost with insurance: about $30 copay. Without insurance, request cash-pay pricing from Quest/Labcorp — usually $175.
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View Resultsdan_philly said:Trying to work out whether my panel improved or merely rearranged itself, because two of the numbers went the wrong way.
This is my experience too, for whatever a second data point is worth.
From the other side of the consultation, briefly.
Omega-3 index improvement on the lipid panel: often overlooked but my omega-3 index went from 3.6% to 8.6% over 13 months. I supplemented with 2g EPA+DHA daily.
This matters because omega-3s are anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective, complementing the GLP-1 benefits. Target omega-3 index is >8%. Combined with the triglyceride reduction from the medication, my lipid profile is the best it's been in decades.