PALPITATION
NOW THE CAUSE. PRODUCT YOUR HEART
Common Cause
Heart rhythm disorders
Thyroid disorders
Anemia
Electrolyte imbalance
Stress, anxiety, panic attacks
Caffeine, alochol, smoking
Medications / supplements
Infection and fever
Red Flag Symptoms
Suggested Lab Test
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Purpose: To detect underlying anemia, infections, or other specific blood disorders.
Blood Sugar Panel (FBS / PPBS / HbA1c)
Purpose: To screen for diabetes and rule out blood glucose spikes or drops (hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia).
Renal Function Test (RFT)
Purpose: To evaluate overall kidney health.
Key Markers: Serum Urea, Serum Creatinine, and eGFR.
Liver Function Test (LFT)
Purpose: To assess liver health and metabolic function.
Key Markers: Bilirubin, SGOT, SGPT, Alkaline Phosphatase, Total Protein, and Albumin.
Serum Electrolytes
Purpose: To detect vital mineral imbalances that directly control your heart rhythm.
Key Markers: Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Chloride (Cl), Serum Calcium, and Serum Magnesium.
Thyroid Function Test (TFT)
Purpose: To identify thyroid imbalances (like hyperthyroidism) that frequently cause a rapid heart rate.
Key Markers: TSH, FT4, and FT3.
Cardiac Markers
Purpose: To quickly detect heart strain, stress, or injury.
Key Markers: Troponin I / T, and NT-proBNP (especially if shortness of breath is present).
Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D
Purpose: Deficiencies in these essential vitamins can directly contribute to ongoing fatigue and palpitations.
Iron Profile / Serum Ferritin
Purpose: To detect iron deficiency or underlying anemia, which forces the heart to pump harder.
ESR / CRP, Dengue / Viral Markers
Purpose: Evaluates the body if an active infection or systemic inflammation is suspected.
Common Cause
Heart rhythm disorders
Thyroid disorders
Anemia
Electrolyte imbalance
Stress, anxiety, panic attacks
Caffeine, alochol, smoking
Medications / supplements
Infection and fever
