hans_munich — that is really helpful context on Complete metabolic panel. Follow-up question: did you experience any side effects during this phase?
I am in a similar situation (about to start) and trying to set realistic expectations.
To answer tony_orlando's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Complete metabolic panel guide is something I discuss with patients regularly.
The short answer: discuss this specific situation with your prescribing provider.
The longer answer involves weighing the risk-benefit ratio for your individual situation, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
lori_vegas — wow. I've been looking for this exact info for weeks.
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| Metric | Baseline | Month 3 | Month 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 276 lbs | 246 lbs | 201 lbs |
| A1C | 7.0% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
| hsCRP | 5.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Protocol: Semaglutide 2.4mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.3g/kg/day.
Slightly tangential to Complete metabolic panel but lori_vegas reminded me — has the insurance landscape changed recently?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.