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Lipid profile test: cholesterol, LDL, HDL and fasting
What a lipid profile test measures, when you may need to fast, healthy cholesterol levels in mg/dL and mmol/L, and how results relate to heart risk.
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Thyroid test: TSH, T3 and T4 names and what results mean
Thyroid test names you will see on a slip (TSH, free T3, free T4, antibodies), what high or low TSH generally means, common symptoms and how to prepare.
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HbA1c test normal range: what your result means
What the HbA1c test means, the cut-offs for normal, prediabetes and diabetes, how often it is repeated and what can make the result less accurate.
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CBC test: what it means, normal range and how to read results
What a CBC test measures, why doctors order it, how to prepare and how to read high or low counts against the range your lab prints.
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Smog precautions: AQI, masks and when to see a doctor
What the AQI numbers mean during smog in Lahore and other Punjab cities, and which masks filter the fine particles that make smog harmful.
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Dengue test in Pakistan: NS1, IgG/IgM and CBC
NS1 works best in the first week of fever and IgM after it. What your dengue report means, and the warning signs that need hospital care.
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How to measure blood pressure at home: a simple guide
Learn how to measure blood pressure at home, fit the cuff, take repeat readings and keep a useful record. Know when a high reading needs urgent medical help.
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Chai After Meals: Does It Affect Iron Absorption?
Does chai after meals affect iron absorption? See what a timing study found, how to plan your tea break, and when low iron needs advice from a clinician.
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Pink salt: benefits, sodium and what to check before buying
Is pink salt healthier than table salt? Read what research says about minerals, sodium and iodine, with practical advice on choosing and using salt.
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Raw garlic benefits and side effects: what the evidence says
Can raw garlic lower cholesterol or prevent colds? Compare the research with common claims, and learn about side effects and supplement precautions.
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How to choose a doctor in Pakistan: checks before booking
Compare a doctor's specialty, registration, practice location and fees. A practical checklist for choosing a doctor in Pakistan and contacting the clinic.
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Before a lab test: choosing a branch and preparing for your visit
Check test availability, collection hours, preparation instructions and report times before visiting a diagnostic lab or booking home sample collection.
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What to bring to your first doctor appointment in Pakistan
Prepare for your first doctor appointment with the right reports, a medicine list and questions. Check the branch, fee and follow-up arrangements before you go.
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