Preparing for Blood Test Athletes: Fasting, Timing, and Training Considerations
Introduction Many of my athletic patients follow highly structured training programs. Their routines often include near-daily workouts, carefully planned nutrition,…
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Reticulocyte Count in Athletes: Understanding Your Bone Marrow Response
Introduction In my practice, most athletes focus on hemoglobin and ferritin, with fewer paying attention to hematocrit. These markers are…
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Hepcidin and Iron Absorption in Athletes: Why Timing Your Iron Supplement Matters
Introduction Iron deficiency is one of the most prevalent nutritional problems in sport — yet many of my patients who…
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Blood Volume Expansion in Athletes: Dilutional Pseudoanemia (Sports Anemia) Explained
Introduction When I see athletic patients, they are often highly aware of anemia and iron deficiency, and may become concerned…
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IV Iron for Athletes: When Infusion Makes Sense
Introduction Iron deficiency is common in athletic populations, with higher rates observed in female athletes and endurance disciplines. It can…
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Lactate Testing for Athletes: Beyond Blood Lactate Threshold
Introduction A sensation familiar to almost everyone is the buildup of “lactic acid” in the muscles. In reality, lactate is…
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RED-S Blood Work and The Female Athlete Triad: A Screening Guide for Coaches and Clinicians
Introduction Some of my patients are female athletes who naturally train at a high level. In many sports, there are…
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Thyroid Function in Athletes: Why TSH Alone Isn’t Enough
Introduction Athletes often come to my clinic due to slowed or stalled progress, fatigue, and lack of motivation. Laboratory testing…
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Post-Marathon Blood Work: Understanding Your Blood Test After a Marathon and When Results Return to Normal
Introduction: Why Post-Marathon Blood Work Can Be Misleading Many of my athletic patients are interested in blood tests. They tend…
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Serum Iron vs Ferritin: Which Test Actually Matters for Athletes?
Introduction Patients often ask me about their iron levels. Most are familiar with ferritin, as it has become something of…
