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| My husbands blood test results | 11/17/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My husbands doctor went over his blood test results. He noted his glucose at 121 and Hemoblobin A1C ...
A: Yes, the two packets of sugar was his coffee could have definitely affected his glucose and A1C ...
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| interpreting ANA test result | 11/13/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I recently received results of an ANA and a Rheumatoid factor blood test and was told my result in ...
A: I'm not sure what the 6 of 10 means, it may be something different in the UK than here in the US. ...
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| Cancer? | 11/6/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I am paul writing from the republic of malta.....I would appreciate if you could kindly help ...
A: Without knowing the actual numbers of your lab results, I don't know how severe your anemia is. The ...
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| blood test results | 11/2/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: my husband had a blood test done last week what does this reading mean RBC 3.87, HGB 11.6, HCT ...
A: From the test results you gave me, it appears that your husband may be anemic. RBC (red blood ...
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| high blood work | 11/1/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I have been for may be 6 month or more with chronic pain in my abdomen. with every once in a while ...
A: WBC (white blood cells), Neu (neutrophils, a type of WBC), Mon (monocytes, another type of WBC) are ...
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| UA Amorphous Crystals, WBC, RBC, & Bacteria | 10/30/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My recent UR Micro results say I have out-of-range results (UA WBC=0.2; UA RBC=5-10; UA ...
A: WBCs (white blood cells) in urine could indicate an infection. RBC (red blood cells) in urine can ...
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| protein in urine | 10/30/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: What does it mean if protein is found in urine at 1+ range? Is this reason for alarm?
A: Protein the the urine is called proteinuria. A variety of diseases and conditions are associated ...
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| TRP and Uric Acid test | 10/26/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My doctor left a phone message that the following two blood tests were "normal." - TRP and Uric ...
A: A blood test for uric acid measures the amount of uric acid in the blood (obviously!). Increased ...
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| Test results | 10/23/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: Recently had urine test an the squamous epithelial cells, urine sed is a 1+. Is this alright or ...
A: Squamous epithelial cells are just a "technical" or "medical" term for skin cells. So it is ...
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| labs | 10/21/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I had a slightly elevated RA Factor (RA Latex Turbid) of 14.7 reference range 0-13.9 NP wants me to ...
A: Of course, I cannot tell you whether or not to go tothe rhuematologist for sure. But I can give you ...
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| Blood Test Results can some help me read it please? | 10/20/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My doctor had me go to the health fair to get my blood work done. They came in the mail today and I ...
A: I'd be glad to try and help you understand these blood test results. The tests that were done are ...
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| OP GGT | 10/19/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: ON MY BLOOD WORK/URINALYSIS THE OP GGT CAME BACK AT 205 (HIGH) WITH A REFERENCE RANGE OF 7-33. WHAT ...
A: There are many reasons for an elevated GGT. Elevated GGT levels indicate that something could be ...
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| Blood test results | 10/19/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I have hemochromatosis. My most recent blood test results showed Low RBC (3.33), High MCV (105.7), ...
A: It appears that the test results you have given me are fairly normal for someone who has ...
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| Random Glucose Levels | 10/17/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I had a Random glucose test and the results are 114 and my doctor is concerned that I am becoming ...
A: I'd be glad to try and answer your question. In my opinion, there is no such thing as a normal ...
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| blood results | 10/11/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: can you pls tell me wat this means chloride: 109 above high normal creatinine: 0.6 below low ...
A: The chloride and creatinine results you gave me are only slightly out of normal range, which is ...
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| Lab Results | 10/8/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: URINALYSIS, MICROSCOPIC (CULTURE IF INDICATED Can you tell me if any of these is abnormal? ...
A: It appears that your results are only slightly abnormal. It's common to have a small amount of WBC ...
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| Urine Test | 10/8/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I work for a contractor overseas and have been feeling very weak, and upset stomach and diarrhea,and ...
A: I will comment on the aspects of your urine test that are anything but negative. Ketones in urine ...
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| ANA test results | 10/6/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I recently went to my Dr. with complaints of fatigue and general pain. I got the test results back ...
A: I'd be glad to try and answer your question. The ANA test is used to detect various kinds of ...
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| LAB TEST | 9/23/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: i just want to ask for the below result. the specimen was taken in vaginal discharge. -gram ...
A: It appears that the person who sample these results were obtained from has a vaginal infection. The ...
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| anion gap | 9/11/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I had some lab tests done and I have several highs and lows on them. I have recently been on a low ...
A: Anion gap (AG or AGAP) is a value calculated using the results of an electrolyte panel. The ...
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| what is Vaginal Swab test? | 9/11/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: Please explain what is vaginal swab test?
A: A vaginal swab test is a test used to diagnose vaginal infections. The doctor takes a swab of ...
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| Blood Tests | 9/9/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: my question is the results of my blood work over the past 4 months. Here are the basics: WBC 6.66 ...
A: I see nothing wrong with your CBC, it's actually pretty normal. Yes, your neutrophils/lymphocytes ...
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| elevated triglycerides | 9/7/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: If you were to fast for a lipid profile and you accidently took gummy kids vitamins would these make ...
A: When I instruct patients to be fasting for blood tests, I tell them NOTHING to eat or drink (except ...
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| blood test results | 9/6/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: i hope someone here can help out.. about a month ago, i started having stomach pains, kind of like ...
A: After reviewing your test results that you provided, I do indeed see that the only abnormal result ...
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| Auto Diff blood test results | 8/31/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I just got the results of a blood test, and my doctor will tell me only that I need to come back for ...
A: You do need further testing. The number that jumps out at me is the lymph % number of 70.5. ...
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| Potassium Levels | 7/24/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I know the norm level range for potassium is 3.5 to 5 & anything outside of that range is considered ...
A: I'd be glad to try and answer your question. A potassium of anything less than 3.0 at the lab I ...
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| CHEM B TESTS | 7/13/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I HAVE BEEN ASKED TO HAVE THIS TEST PERFORMED BY MY PHYSICIAN, HOWEVER I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT ...
A: Do you mean Chem 8 (the number) instead of Chem B (letter)? There's no such test as a Chem B. If ...
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| Blood work | 7/12/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My doctor has ordered a series of test on me to figure out if I have Fibromyalgia. There are a few ...
A: I'll be glad to try and answer your question. While there is no blood test to see if a person has ...
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| Got blood taken...then sick? | 7/10/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: So I got blood taken at about 2:45pm (July 9th) - 4 viles. And then gave a urine sample. I felt ...
A: Have you ever had blood drawn before? If this was your first time, and this happened, it may be ...
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| Lab results - confused | 7/10/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I have been suffering from almost every possible hypothyroid symptom for the last three years. I ...
A: I'll be glad to try and answer your question. All of the results that you have provided me are, in ...
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| sedrate test for lupus | 7/8/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: In range sedrate is 15-20 for a female. My test came back at 39. My dr wants me to do a lupus panel. ...
A: I'd be glad to try and answer your question. Your sed rate is elevated, of course, but the sed rate ...
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| Lab Results | 7/8/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I had some blood work done which noted the following flags: Eos 15H% High 0-7 Eos (absolute) ...
A: Eosinophils are one type of white blood cell (WBC). Your count is quite elevated. Eosinophils ...
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| GFR result | 7/7/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I am a 43 year old Caucasian female.I have recently had routine blood tests done at my GP after I ...
A: GFR (Glomular Filtration Rate) is a relatively new way to measure a person's kidney function. It is ...
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| positive ANA | 7/5/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: Ok I will try to make it short. I am female 28 y/o. I have been feeling really tired and achy the ...
A: Michelle, I will be glad to TRY and answer your question. I don't have all that much experience ...
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| UA Test | 7/5/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I just received my UA lab test results..my concern is with the abnormal results on this test which ...
A: Your report is hard to read the way it's presented to me, but I'll try. It appears that all results ...
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| Blood Test Results - | 6/30/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I just got my results back and again, my C02 is 33 which is high. It was high last time and i ...
A: CO2 (also called bicarbonate) is one of the body's electrolytes. When bicarbonate levels are higher ...
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| Abnormal urine analysis results | 6/29/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My mother recently had an urine analysis. There were several things our of range. Can you help me ...
A: Kathy. Based on the results you've given me and tying them together, it appears your mother may ...
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| Low AST | 6/29/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: I am confused. Almost all info I have found related to elevated AST and that usually indicates the ...
A: I'm not sure of the post you're referring to. I don't recall saying that a low AST (or ALT or that ...
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| Abnormal urine analysis results | 6/28/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My mother recently had an urine analysis. There were several things our of range. Can you help me ...
A: Is your mother having any urinary symptoms? Based on the results you listed, I'd say that your ...
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| blood test results | 6/26/2009 | Samantha, MLT (ASCP) |
Q: My WBC count is 14.5,HGB 15.3,HCT 45.1,ABS.SEGS 10.15 and I have squamous epithelial cell count in ...
A: Yes, your white blood cell (WBC) count is a little high. But not terribly high. All other results ...
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