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Evaluates the normal ranges of blood cells. Helps to diagnose and monitor disorders of the blood and other organs and the effects of certain treatments.
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These tests may be measured any time of the day without fasting.
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lthe oxygen-carrying pigment of red blood cells that gives them their red color and serves to convey oxygen to the tissues
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lMale: 13.5 - 17.5 g/dL
lFemale: 12.0 - 16.0 g/Dl
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a test that measures the percentage of blood that is comprised of red blood cells
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lMale: 40 - 52 %
lFemale: 37 – 47%
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lPlatelets help the blood clot. They are smaller than red or white blood cells.
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| Platelet Count Normal Range |
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fight infections. They are also called leukocytes
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lAn indicator for diabetes mellitus and insulin resistance if elevated
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| Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) |
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| Reflects average blood sugar levels over the preceding 2 – 3 month period |
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| Diabetic Levels for HbA1C |
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lAn FBS greater than 126 mg/dl on more than one occasion usually indicates diabetes.
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lThis test requires a 12-hour fast. You should wait to eat and/or take a hypoglycemic agent (insulin or oral medication) until after test has been drawn, unless told otherwise
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lPreparation for a fasting blood sugar (FBS)
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lThis test may be measured any time of the day without fasting.
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lPreparation for a HgbA1C
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lPurpose: When taking an anticoagulant, it is important to have your blood tested for bleeding times to ensure you are taking your medications safely and
not at increased risk for bleeding
Preparation: These tests may be measured any time of the day without fasting
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| BLOOD TESTS FOR ANTICOAGULATION THERAPY |
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| a test to determine how fast it takes for your blood to clot. |
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lUsually when taking a "blood thinner," such as warfarin (Coumadin), the desired PT is about one and a half times the normal PT.
lWhen checking PT, your doctor will receive the results and let you know if you are taking the correct amount of blood thinner medication.
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Prothrombin Time (PT) normal range
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tested for those on anticoagulant medications to prevent stroke, embolism and heart attack.
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| International Normalized Ratio (INR) |
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| Normal range of International Normalized Ratio |
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l0.9 – 1.2.
lThe MD/practitioner will determine therapeutic range
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lThese substances in the blood that help regulate the proper balance of body fluids.
lThese levels are useful in detecting kidney, heart and liver disease, and the effects of certain medications (such as diuretics or some heart pills).
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Magnesium Normal range adult
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la substance secreted from the ventricles or lower chambers of the heart in response to changes in pressure that occur when heart failure develops and worsens.
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| BNP(B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE) |
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| B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE |
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lThe level of BNP in the blood increases when heart failure symptoms worsen, and decreases when the heart failure condition is stable.
lThe BNP level in a person with heart failure - even someone whose condition is stable - is higher than in a person with normal heart function.
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lTo test the BNP level, a small amount of blood is taken and placed in a machine that detects the level of BNP in your blood. The test takes about 15 minutes
lFasting not required
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OVER 100 - CONCERN HEART FAILURE. HIGHER THE NUMBER GET MORE CONCERN YOU GET.
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la type of fat, found in your blood. It is produced by your body and also comes from the foods you eat (animal products).
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lCholesterol is needed by your body to maintain the health of your cells.
lBlood cholesterol level is related to the foods you eat or to genetic conditions
lPreparation: This test may be measured any time of the day without fasting.
l If the test is drawn as part of a total lipid profile, it requires a 12-hour fast (no food or drink, except water). For the most accurate results
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| Total Cholesterol Normal Range |
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75-169 mg/dL for those age 20 and younger
100-199 mg/dL for those over age 21
You want less than 200
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la lipoprotein (a combination of fat and protein) found in the blood.
l It is called "good" cholesterol because it removes excess cholesterol from the blood and takes it to the liver.
- a high level is related to lower risk of heart and blood vessel disease.
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| High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) |
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lGreater than 45 mg/dl for men and greater than 55 mg/dl for women
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la lipoprotein (a combination of fat and protein) found in the blood.
lIt is called "bad" cholesterol because it picks up cholesterol from the blood and takes it to the cells.
- A high level is related to a higher risk of heart and blood vessel disease
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| LDLs (Low Density Lipoprotein) |
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lLess than or equal to 70 mg/dL for those with heart or blood vessel disease and for other patients at very high risk of heart disease
lLess than or equal to 100 mg/dL for high risk patients (for example: some patients who have diabetes or multiple heart disease risk factors)
lLess than 130 mg/dL for individuals who are at low risk for coronary artery disease
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- they are a type of fat found in the blood.
-The blood level of this type of fat is most affected by the foods you eat (such as sugar, fat or alcohol) but can also be high due to being overweight, having thyroid or liver disease and genetic conditions.
- High levels are related to a higher risk of heart and blood vessel disease.
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| Goal value for triglycerides |
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-an enzyme that is measured to detect liver disease, hepatitis.
-It may increase with use of some medications
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| Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT; also called SGPT) |
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5 – 50 U/L
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- an enzyme that is released into the bloodstream following injury or death of cells.
- Increased LEVELS is seen with liver disease, myocardial infarction (MI) and some medications
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| Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST; also called SGOT) |
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7 – 40 U/L
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found in the blood.
- It becomes elevated with illness, kidney disease, muscle injury and some medications |
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- an enzyme found in the heart and muscles.
- Increased LEVELS is seen with heart muscle damage.
- Increased LEVELSis noted with skeletal muscle injury. Strenuous exercise, weight lifting, surgical procedures, high doses of aspirin and other medications can elevate LEVELS.
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la protein found in certain types of muscle. Elevated myoglobin may indicate muscle injury or inflammation.
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- a protein found in the blood and is related to contraction of the heart muscle.
- This is valuable for detecting heart muscle damage and risk
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lusually excreted by the kidneys.
lHigh levels of these in the blood may mean that the kidneys are not working as they should.
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| High levels of these can also be found in those on high-protein diets and/or with strenuous exercise |
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| Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) |
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| High levels of these are also found in those with gout, arthritis and some metabolic disorders |
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| An indicator of kidney function |
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| Goal value for Serum Creatinine |
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la gland located in the neck. It’s job is to take iodine from the blood and combine it with an amino acid (one of the building blocks of protein) to form ) ________hormones
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| Thyroid Stimulating Hormone |
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| measures an inflammatory response in the body and has been shown to play a role in atherosclerosis and blood clot formation. |
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| Ultra sensitive C- Reactive Protein Blood (HS-CRP) |
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