Wegovy Monitoring Blood Test

The Wegovy Monitoring Blood Test is a comprehensive profile tailored for those using Semaglutide specifically for chronic weight management. Wegovy utilizes a higher dose of Semaglutide than other brands, making rigorous biological monitoring essential. As your body composition changes and your calorie intake drops, this profile ensures your internal health is optimized and that your weight loss remains sustainable and safe.

What this test includes and why it matters:

• Kidney Function (Urea & Electrolytes)

  • Inclusions: Sodium, Urea, Chloride, eGFR, Creatinine.

  • Why it's important: High-dose GLP-1 therapy can sometimes lead to acute kidney injury if dehydration occurs due to nausea. This panel confirms your kidneys are filtering correctly and that your electrolyte balance is maintained during your weight loss journey.

• Liver Function Tests (LFTs)

  • Inclusions: Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin, ALP, ALT, AST, Gamma GT, Bilirubin.

  • Why it's important: Rapidly burning fat stores can release fatty acids that the liver must process. Monitoring these enzymes ensures your liver is coping well with the "metabolic cleanup" that occurs during significant weight loss on Wegovy.

• Lipid Profile

  • Inclusions: Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, HDL%, LDL, Non-HDL.

  • Why it's important: Wegovy users often see dramatic drops in triglycerides. This profile tracks your evolving lipid health, helping to quantify the reduction in your overall metabolic syndrome risk.

• HbA1c (Long-term Blood Sugar)

  • Why it's important: Even in non-diabetic users, monitoring HbA1c is vital to ensure Wegovy is maintaining healthy, stable glucose levels and improving overall insulin sensitivity as body mass decreases.

• Lipase

  • Why it's important: With higher dosing schedules, checking pancreatic enzymes like Lipase provides peace of mind. It acts as an early indicator for any sensitivity the pancreas may have to the sustained GLP-1 stimulation.

When this test should be taken:

• When to test: We recommend a baseline test before your first dose, followed by a re-check every 3 months or whenever you increase your dosage.

Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.