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Beth , MT (ASCP) (5)U.S.
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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)U.S.
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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. |
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
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
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
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
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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