[dumbmrblah]

If your PCP checks a CBC and a CMP, all of these metrics are there (which virtually 99% of PCP’s do yearly). Lipid panels are regularly checked, A1c is checked periodically if you have a diabetes risk, usually every 1 to 3 years based off USPSTF guidelines.

The only thing that is not regularly checked is a vitamin D level.

So unless you go to some quack MD who orders nothing (which is usually the exact opposite of what quack MDs do) you’re wrong.

Source: I’m a MD

[cj]

You're right.

I was thinking of Lp(a), ApoB, A1c, cystatin c, GGT, and HS CRP.

I personally like getting those tested at least twice a year in addition to CBC/CMP/hormones/lipids.

I'm honestly surprised more doctors aren't ordering more advanced cardiac panels (specifically LP(a) and ApoB). Even though you can't do much about Lp(a), knowing you're genetically at risk can be a motivator to reduce other risk factors.