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What type of blood work should i have done to test for an underlying cause of small fiber neuropathy? names of lab work. thanks.
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Unfortunately...: with neuropathic pain, diagnostic tests and blood tests are not always highly specific and even sophisticated imaging techniques may not reveal the true source of the pain. Neuropathic pain is one of the most challenging and complex pain conditions to manage.
Answered 5/24/2014
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