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Metabolic SyndromeHyperlipidemia
How to Read Your Lab Results: CBC, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Explained
You got your results back, three values are flagged, and your follow-up is in two weeks. This is a plain-language guide to the numbers on a standard Philippine lab report — what CBC, FBS, HbA1c, lipid profile, and creatinine mean, and which flags actually matter.
doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 11, 2026
Diabetes Type 2Diabetes Type 1
Living with Diabetes: A Filipino's Complete Guide
Diabetes is now the 5th leading cause of death in the Philippines. This comprehensive guide covers everything from symptoms and diagnosis to diet, medication, and daily management.
Dr. Jose Reyes
January 11, 2026