Fatigue Panel

• Complete Blood Count (CBC): Assesses overall blood health and can help identify conditions like anemia, which may contribute to fatigue.
• Epstein Barr Virus Antibody: Detects antibodies to the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV), a common cause of infectious mononucleosis, which can lead to significant fatigue.
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP): Evaluates kidney and liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood glucose, which are essential for diagnosing metabolic disorders that could cause fatigue.
• Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Measures thyroid function, as both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can manifest with fatigue.
• Heterophile Mono Screen: Screens for infectious mononucleosis, often caused by EBV, which is associated with extreme fatigue.
• Iron Total: Assesses iron levels in the blood, as iron deficiency is a common cause of fatigue.
• Lyme Disease Antibody with Reflex to Blot, IgG, IgM: Tests for Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness that can lead to chronic fatigue among other symptoms.

• Fasting: Fasting for 8-12 hours may be required for the CMP and Iron Total tests to ensure accurate measurements.
• Medications: Disclose all medications, vitamins, or supplements to your healthcare provider, as some substances can influence test outcomes.

• Sample Collection: This panel involves drawing blood from a vein in your arm for the various tests. For some, such as the Lyme disease test, a specific type of sample handling may be required.
• Duration: The collection process is generally quick, with the actual samplings taking a few minutes each. Allow additional time for registration and waiting at the clinic.

Depending on the results, further testing or follow-up appointments may be necessary. It is essential to discuss your test results with your healthcare provider, who can offer an interpretation and recommend any next steps or treatment.