5 Medical Tests That May Keep You Well

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Like a scene out of Star Trek, someday our doctors may simply wave a handheld device over our bodies and instantly diagnose any malady. In the meantime, however, it’s important to keep abreast of the latest tests that can help us stay healthy—especially those that uncover risks before symptoms actually occur. The following five tests are not yet considered as routine as cholesterol or blood-sugar tests, but chances are your doctor already is familiar with them. Not every test is necessary at every visit, and your insurance company may not pay unless it considers a particular test “medically necessary.” Still, ask about them. Here’s why they may be important to you.

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CRP, or C-reactive protein

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Vitamin D level

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H. pylori test

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Aspirin check

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Insulin level