Hi all, first post here. I had a stroke just over 3 weeks ago. Whilst I was in hospital, the nurses took a lot of blood samples from me. I’d say 5, possibly six vials taken. When I asked what it was there were going to test for (I asked the Doctor) he said it was to check on the bloods to find a cause, e.g. - and I quote “to check for the right minerals”.
I’m just intrigued what these tests all might be, as I’ve can’t seem to find anything conclusive online. Does anybody know? i remember some of the vials having blue, red and yellow tops. I’m very keen to understand what they were doing. I’m awaiting a date for my follow up session in which said results will be discussed. Many thanks.
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Not assuming your gender that was just the first site I found with a fairly comprehensive list. Might be one or two differences around gender, age and past medical history but that is a decent list of basic blood tests.
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Hi there. You have no idea what caused your stroke? If I knew your age / height / weight / fitness level / alcohol per week / smoking / blood pressure ? what were you doing before your stroke? any emotional trauma of late ? excitement before stroke ?
Then maybe I’d know a little more.
Good luck, Roland
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Hi @jase_stevens welcome to the community. Sorry to hear you’ve had a stroke.
They’ll be doing blood tests for all sorts probably including things like potassium, magnesium, calcium, B12, iron, Vit D etc. They’ll also test blood clotting levels - to check gor something like sticky blood, i would imagine the usual kidney, liver, red / white blood cell count etc. When I was in they did some of, what they dall, young bloods but not sure what they were.
Hopefully you won’t have to wait too long for your follow up appointment & you’ll get all your results then.
Best wishes
Ann
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Thank you! I appreciate the list, I did find another here: What Caused My Stroke? Doctors Will Use These Blood Tests to Find Out (everydayhealth.com)
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Great reply, thank you Simon. As I said, I am waiting for the 6 week follow up but very much intrigued. I’ve been reading everything I can find on the matter!
Regards
Jason
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Thank you for your reply, much appreciated. Just playing the waiting game now for that follow up appointment!
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Hi Roland
Well, in answer, 5’10 - overweight (!), very stressed (job, autistic son, caring for elderly family). Casual drinker, no drugs, no smoking. Issues with high BP which I am on medication for. I also did some quite heavy lifting the night before in the garden (the ischemic stroke happened in my sleep).
However, slightly bizarrely, I must have been asked if I was a smoker at least 20 times and even my discharge notes said I was a smoker, so I hope they haven’t spent time running down a rabbit hole on that one.
That’s a quick run down I guess!
Regards
Jason
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Hi Jason,
Read you loud and clear. If I may offer some serious advice, you need to focus on yourself. I think the stress was / is your main concern. Sleep is paramount. Settling the neuro-inflammation (fatigue is probably still there after 3 weeks). Looking after your gut is next. Nutrition & exercise. There’s a lot you can do to improve your life and you can ask here for advice. I find meditation, exercise, Qigong and good lifestyle a huge benefit. Let your instincts guide you
good luck, Roland
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