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Beth , MT (ASCP) (5)

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I can answer questions about the purpose of a certain lab test and what an abnormal result could indicate. I cannot make a diagnosis.

Samantha, MLT (ASCP)

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I can answer most general questions about all aspects of laboratory testing. But I'm not a doctor! I can just give general answers.

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2009-11-06 Cancer?:

Hi Paul. Without knowing the actual numbers of your lab results, I don't know how severe your anemia is. The first thing the doctor would want to do in cases of moderate to severe anemia is to find any

2009-11-02 blood test results:

Hi Lynn. From the test results you gave me, it appears that your husband may be anemic. RBC (red blood cells), HGB (hemoglobin) HCT (hematocrit), and PLT (platelets) are all parts of a CBC (complete

2009-11-01 high blood work:

Hi Jeannette. WBC (white blood cells), Neu (neutrophils, a type of WBC), Mon (monocytes, another type of WBC) are all part of a CBC (complete blood count) and refer to WBCs, which fight infection. When

2009-10-30 UA Amorphous Crystals, WBC, RBC, & Bacteria:

Hi Barbara. WBCs (white blood cells) in urine could indicate an infection. RBC (red blood cells) in urine can also indicate an infection, or a kidney problem. Bacteria in large amounts, of course, could

2009-10-30 protein in urine:

Hi Sue. Protein the the urine is called proteinuria. A variety of diseases and conditions are associated with proteinuria: Diabetes Hypertension Immune disorders (e.g., systemic lupus erythematosus

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