In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the rapidly expanding world of direct-to-consumer lab testing. They discuss the significant growth of this market, the potential benefits and risks associated with self-ordered lab tests, and their personal experiences with such testing.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding who truly needs lab tests, the distinction between screening and diagnostic tests, and the critical need for context when interpreting lab results. The hosts also explore the implications of lab errors and the necessity for informed decision-making in health monitoring. They emphasize the importance of targeted screening recommendations and the need for proper interpretation of lab results to avoid unnecessary anxiety and misdiagnosis.
Resources:
- https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/abnormal-labs-in-exercise-part-i-kidney-function/
- https://soundcloud.com/user-344313169/episode-107-abnormal-labs-part-i
- https://soundcloud.com/user-344313169/episode-108-abnormal-labs-part-ii
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New Stuff:
- https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/training-templates/program-library/
- https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-train-while-losing-weight/
- https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/courses/testosterone/
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