What are OBGYN's testing for?!

Question: What are OBGYN's testing for!?

I had routine blood work done!. The blood work done when you have a pap smear!. They took one vial of blood and pricked my finger!. I've always had very bad/heavy/long lasting periods!. Generally once a year!. I went in because I was having yet another 5 week long heavy/blood clot gross period!. She prescribed b/c pills and ran the blood work!. What was that blood work for!? (My finger prick/iron came back fine because I was taking iron pills!.!.!.because I know how it goes from past experience)Www@Answer-Health@Com

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One of the most common blood tests is the CBC (complete blood count)!. This test is used to gain information about cell count and additional factors (e!.g!., hemoglobin) in the blood!. Biochemistry tests measure the levels of normally occurring chemicals and biochemicals in the blood, both individually and in relation to other chemicals!. These measurements are compared to normal ranges, and are used to determine whether blood biochemicals are in a proper and healthy balance!. Biochemicals and other substances that may be studied include:

Sodium
Cholesterol and other fats
Vitamins and minerals
Hormones
Blood gases
Prescription drugs
Recreational drugs
Alcohol
Not only can biochemical tests precisely measure these substances, but they can also be used to indicate how well some organs and organ systems are functioning!. For instance, when cancer spreads to the liver, it may affect the organ

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What are OBGYN's testing for?!

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