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This column identifies the specific test administered.
The "Result" column is "YOUR" personal number for a specific test. If your number falls within the "Reference Interval" it would be considered "Normal."
A "Flag" tells you that your number for a specific test falls outside the "Normal" range of the "Reference Interval." It is recommended that you consult with your physician.
Reference Interval refers to the "normal range" of what 95% of the population would receive on any given test . One number is "High" the other is "Low (for example 4.0 - 10.5). A test number that is above or below any Reference Interval would be considered outside the "Normal" range.
This does not necessarily imply your are at risk or have a health problem, though it is recommended to discuss your flags with your doctor.
CBC is a Complete Blood Count Test. The "Differential" measures the different percentage of each type of different white blood cell in your blood. Platelet refers to the measurement of how many blood cells you have in your blood.
The CBC includes 19 "counts" or specific "parts" of the blood that is "counted" or measured and are listed below as a part of your White Blood Cell Count (WBC).
WBC measures your number of White Blood Cells. White blood cells help fight infection. A healthy WBC is not too high or too low but falls within the "normal" reference range.
RBC measures the Red Blood Cells found in your blood, responsible for carrying oxygen to the body.
Hemoglobin transports oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body, like the muscles, where it releases its load of oxygen.
Hematocrit measures the proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells. Red blood cells with a low hematocrit leaves the tissues relatively oxygen-starved and weak. A high hematocrit produces problems as well, but is uncommon.
MCV, the Mean Corpuscular Volume. An MCV measurement above or below the "normal" range may suggest some type of anemia.
MCH is the Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin. An MCH measurement above or below the "normal" range may suggest one of the anemia's.
MCHC is the Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration. It is used to assess the possibility of different kinds of anemia's.
RDW is the Red Blood Cell Distribution Width. Usually red blood cells are a standard size. A percentage of blood cells outside the normal range suggests a greater variation in size and possible anemia or iron deficiency.
Platelets refer to the measurement of how many blood cells you have in your blood. Platelets help the blood clot.
Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection.
Lymphs, or Lymphocytes are one of the major white blood cell categories that help the body's "defense system" against germs and foreign invaders.
Monocytes are large, circulating white blood cells that play an important role in killing some bacteria, protozoa, and tumor cells and release substances that stimulate other cells within the immune system.
"Eos" is an abbreviation for "Eosinophils", a type of white blood cell that may be elevated because of allergies or other infections.
"Basos" is an abbreviation for "Basophils" which are the least common of the white blood cells. They release histamine and other chemicals that act on the blood vessels when the immune response is triggered.
The Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) is a group of 13 specific tests. The CMP provides important information about the current status of your kidneys, liver, and electrolyte and acid/base balance as well as your blood sugar and blood proteins.
This is the Absolute Count of the Neutrophils. "Absolute" means the actual number of neutrophils within your total White Blood Cell Count. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection.
This is the Absolute Count of the Lymphs. "Absolute" means the actual number of Lymphs within your total White Blood Cell Count. Lymphs, or Lymphocytes are one of the major white blood cell categories that help the body's "defense system" against germs and foreign invaders.
This is the Absolute Count of the Monocytes. "Absolute" means the actual number of Monocytes within your total White Blood Cell Count. Monocytes play an important role in killing some bacteria, protozoa, and tumor cells and release substances that stimulate other cells within the immune system.
This is the Absolute Count of the Eosinophils. "Absolute" means the actual number of Eosinophils within your total White Blood Cell Count. They may be elevated because of allergies or other infections.
This is the Absolute Count of the Basophils. "Absolute" means the actual number of Basophils within your total White Blood Cell Count. They release histamine and other chemicals that act on the blood vessels when the immune response is triggered.
Glucose is the primary energy source for the body. This test measures the sugar level in your blood. High values are associated most often with diabetes mellitus and sometimes with other metabolic disease.
The BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) test measures the amount of nitrogen in your blood. A BUN test is done to see how well your kidneys are working.
Creatine produces Creatinine, a molecule of major importance for energy production in muscles. Creatinine serves a vital diagnostic function. Creatinine has been found to be a fairly reliable indicator of kidney function.
The eGFR test is used to screen for and detect early kidney damage and to monitor kidney status.
If you are African American your eGFR is calculated a little differently. This is because African Americans have more muscle mass than other groups.
This column identifies the specific test administered.
The "Result" column is "YOUR" personal number for a specific test. If your number falls within the "Reference Interval" it would be considered "Normal."
A "Flag" tells you that your number for a specific test falls outside the "Normal" range of the "Reference Interval." It is recommended that you consult with your physician.
Reference Interval refers to the "normal range" of what 95% of the population would receive on any given test . One number is "High" the other is "Low (for example 4.0 - 10.5). A test number that is above or below any Reference Interval would be considered outside the "Normal" range.
This does not necessarily imply your are at risk or have a health problem, though it is recommended to discuss your flags with your doctor.
BUN and Creatinine Ratio are used to determine the level of kidney function.
Sodium is an electrolyte and plays an important role maintaining the normal amount of water and balance of body fluids, including nerve conduction, muscle contraction (including the heart), blood clotting and pH balance.
Potassium is another blood electrolyte and is involved with the functioning of nervous tissue and in heart and muscle contraction.
Chloride is another electrolyte and is involved in maintaining the normal amount of water and the acid-base balance in body fluids.
A carbon dioxide test measures the total amount of carbon dioxide in your blood. It is often tested if you are having breathing problems.
Calcium is a mineral and necessary for many important bodily functions, including bone formation, muscle contraction and blood clotting.
Total protein is a sum of several different types of proteins found in the blood. Decreased levels may be seen in disease states where malnutrition becomes a problem.
Albumin is the main protein in human blood and the key to the regulation of the movement of water between the bloodstream and tissues of blood. This test helps assess kidney problems, or if not enough protein is being absorbed by the body.
Globulin looks at proteins in the blood. Proteins are made from amino acids and are important parts of all cells and tissues.
This is a calculated ratio of the levels of Albumin and Globulin. A low level may suggest liver diseases, kidney disease, myeloma and inflammation as well as other disorders.
Bilirubin results from the breakdown of hemoglobin from red blood cells. A small amount found in the serum is normal. However, a rise in levels will occur if there is excessive destruction of red blood cells, or certain diseases of the liver and biliary system.
This enzyme is found in bone, liver and in the placenta during pregnancy. Abnormal levels may indicate liver or bone disease.
(AST) Aspartate Aminotransferase & (SGOT) Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase, is used primarily to diagnose and monitor the course of liver disease in combination with other enzymes.
The "Lipid Panel" is a group of tests used to determine risk of coronary heart disease. "Chol/HDL Ratio" refers to your total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol (often called good cholesterol), LDL-cholesterol (often called bad cholesterol), and triglycerides.
The total amount of cholesterol in your blood.
Triglycerides, like cholesterol, are another lipid. As with LDL cholesterol, lower is better for triglycerides.
HDL cholesterol is considered "good" because it helps return cholesterol to the liver, where it can be eliminated from the body. As a rule, you want your HDL's in the higher levels.
Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol is considered "bad" cholesterol and may be associated with increased risk of heart disease.
LDL is considered "bad" cholesterol because it is usually associated with health risk. In general you want your LDL's at lower levels.
T. Chol/HDL Ratio is the Total Cholesterol Ratio compared to your HDL cholesterol. Oversimplified, this means that a higher HDL counterbalances a "bad" or high level of Total Cholesterol.
The CRP test measures inflammation in the body. As an inflammatory marker, the CRP level is elevated in connective tissue diseases, infection, heart disease, and other inflammatory conditions.
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is an enzyme released into the bloodstream by cells growing in the prostate gland. A high value may indicate the possibility of prostate disorders.
Your result for this test is higher or lower than usually represented in 95% of the population. It DOES NOT necessarily imply you are at risk or have a health problem, though it is recommended you discuss the flag with your doctor.
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