Do not be afraid to ask for the test if you have to go to ER. Tell them you dont care if insurance pays. Also, helps to have the article with you.
I always sound like I work for Directlabs but I highly recommend them. I had an issue with the way the local lab took a urine sample.It messed up the results of the test. Direct Labs issued a free order for a new one with no problems. They also have staff that can answer medical questions..but they are careful not to give medical advice.
I found something that I have that no Dr had ever told me I had just from getting the Women’s work up when they had it on sale.
Take charge of your health!
Lots of good info, RummyChick, thanks. I also believe in being well-informed. No doctor cares as much as I care about my family’s welfare or my own. Nor do they have time to research every single angle. I trust my doctor completely but it never hurts to verify. Or to have personal lifesaving information at hand in a crisis. Having a mild case of rheumatoid arthritis, my immune system is already compromised — I am going to look into this test.