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Published	11/02/2024	define polycythemic
Published	11/02/2024	define hematocrit
Published	11/02/2024	The CBC evaluates {{c1::WBC}}, {{c1::RBC}}, and {{c1::platelets}}, providing cell information. It can indicate {{c2::infections}}, {{c2::leukemia}}, {…
Published	11/02/2024	which symptoms would indicate ordering a CBC?Symptoms include {{c1::fatigue}}, {{c1::anemia}}, {{c1::fever}}, {{c1::unusual bruising or bleeding}}, {{…
Published	11/02/2024	CBC is useful for diagnosing:{{c1::infections}} (WBC), {{c1::leukemia}} (WBC), {{c1::anemia}} (Hgb/Hct,RBC), {{c1::bleeding disorders}} (platelets, PT…
Published	11/02/2024	The H&H test measures the amount of {{c1::hemoglobin}}-containing protein in the blood and the percentage of blood made up of {{c2::RBCs}}.
Published	11/02/2024	The BMP evaluates {{c1::electrolytes}}, {{c1::blood sugar}}, {{c1::kidney function}}, and {{c1::calcium}}. It may indicate {{c2::diabetes}}, {{c2::ele…
Published	11/02/2024	The CMP assesses {{c1::electrolytes}}, {{c1::blood sugar}}, {{c1::kidney function}}, {{c1::calcium}}, {{c1::liver enzymes}} (AST/ALT), and {{c1::total…
Published	11/02/2024	What would indicate ordering a Metabolic Panel?If the physician suspects:{{c1::Dehydration}}{{c1::Electrolyte}} abnormalityAltered {{c1::mental}} stat…
Published	11/02/2024	The HbA1C test measures the conversion of {{c1::hemoglobin}} to the {{c2::A1C}} form in the presence of glucose, estimating average {{c3::blood sugar …
Published	11/02/2024	The TSH test measures the functional state of the {{c1::thyroid gland}}. High TSH indicates {{c2::hypothyroidism}}, while low TSH indicates {{c2::hype…
Published	11/02/2024	The Lipid Panel analyzes {{c1::total cholesterol}}, {{c1::LDL}}, {{c1::HDL}}, and {{c1::triglycerides}}. It’s used to detect {{c2::lipid disorders}} a…
Published	11/02/2024	The PT/INR measures how long it takes blood to {{c1::clot}} and monitors the effectiveness of blood-thinning medications (e.g., {{c2::coumadin}}). It’…
Published	11/02/2024	A UA analyzes {{c1::urine}} chemically and can help diagnose {{c2::UTI}}, {{c2::hematuria}}, kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), and screen for pregnancy…
Published	11/02/2024	The GC and Chlamydia PCR test detects {{c1::gonorrhea}} or {{c1::chlamydia}} DNA, used for diagnosing {{c2::GU tract infections}} and {{c2::pregnancy}…
Published	11/02/2024	The UCG test detects {{c1::HCG}} and is used as a screening test before procedures to confirm {{c2::pregnancy}}. Symptoms include irregular or missed …
Published	11/02/2024	The Rapid Strep test detects {{c1::strep nucleic acid}} to diagnose {{c2::strep throat}}. Symptoms include a sore throat, redness of the throat, and p…
Published	11/02/2024	The Rapid Influenza test analyzes a {{c1::nasopharynx swab}} for {{c2::flu virus antigens}}, identifying {{c3::Type A}} or {{c3::Type B}} influenza. S…
Published	11/02/2024	Culture tests detect {{c1::microbes}} in {{c2::wound}}, {{c2::urine}}, {{c2::sputum}}, or {{c2::blood}} samples to diagnose {{c3::infections}}. Sympto…
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