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When you are on biologics, what bloodwork tests are normally done and how often are the tests done?
I'm going to see my doctor, actually his assistant, next week for a follow up and I'd like to go in prepared.
I just finished my third starter dose of Cimzia this week. Now I will be on monthly injections. I've been on Prednisone since October (5mg daily now). Before starting the medicine, I asked my doctor about future bloodwork, and he was vague. He said something about being tested every six months to a year and didn't say exactly what I would be tested for. I didn't press the issue because at the time I didn't even know which biologic I'd be on or if my insurance would approve it. Six months to a year seems like it's too infrequent, but what do I know?
I asked a Cimzia nurse this same question, and all she mentioned was CRP to test for inflammation. She said to ask my doctor for specifics, which I will, but I'd also like to hear other's real life experiences. Thanks!
I'm going to see my doctor, actually his assistant, next week for a follow up and I'd like to go in prepared.
I just finished my third starter dose of Cimzia this week. Now I will be on monthly injections. I've been on Prednisone since October (5mg daily now). Before starting the medicine, I asked my doctor about future bloodwork, and he was vague. He said something about being tested every six months to a year and didn't say exactly what I would be tested for. I didn't press the issue because at the time I didn't even know which biologic I'd be on or if my insurance would approve it. Six months to a year seems like it's too infrequent, but what do I know?
I asked a Cimzia nurse this same question, and all she mentioned was CRP to test for inflammation. She said to ask my doctor for specifics, which I will, but I'd also like to hear other's real life experiences. Thanks!
