GLP-1 receptor agonists, including semaglutide and tirzepatide, mimic hormones that regulate appetite, gastric emptying, and blood sugar
Ordering and interpreting those results is the prescriber's job
It classifies clefts by facial region: L (lip), A (alveolus), H (hard palate), S (soft palate), with uppercase for complete clefts, lowercase for incomplete, and "_" for none (Shah, 2011)
PMID 11468240
A quick intake form may not meaningfully assess: relevant medical history medication interactions contraindications prior GI problems risk factors for dehydration activity level nutritional status whether the patient is already struggling with injury or exercise limitation When that context is missing, patients can end up on treatment without a real safety net