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Do i need a doctor to get blood tests done? genera tests, for vitamins, blood pressure cholesterol and so on

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: This is usually done through a primary care or general practitioner that should remain your family doc for as long as possible. Tests are done according to current guidelines.

Answered 1/13/2020

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