### Patient: Doctor, I have been losing a lot of hair from my scalp and other parts of my body. I think I might have alopecia. 
### Doctor: That does sound concerning. To diagnose alopecia, we will need to perform a few tests. We will start with a complete physical skin exam, followed by a lipid panel to rule out any underlying conditions. Depending on the results, other therapeutic procedures like topical corticosteroids may be prescribed. In some cases, a biopsy or excision of a skin lesion may be necessary, along with other diagnostic procedures on the skin and subcutaneous tissue.