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CBC (Complete Blood Count) With Differential/Platelet

HCT (Hematocrit)
Normal Range (36.0 - 50.0) This measures the percentage of red blood cells per volume of blood sample. Low levels may mean anemia.

HGB (Hemoglobin)
Normal Range (12.5 - 17.0) This is a protein portion of red blood cells that carries oxygen. Low levels may mean anemia.

MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin)
Normal Range (27.0 - 34.0)  Measures the amount of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Both hemoglobin and Hematocrit are used to calculate this number. Low levels indicate anemia.

MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration)
Normal Range (32.0 - 36.0)  Measures the amount of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Both HGB and HCT are used to calculate this number. Low level indicates anemia.

MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume)
Normal Range (80 - 98) Increased with B12 and Folate deficiency; decreased with iron deficiency and thalassemia.

Platelets
Normal Range (140 - 415) These are small blood cells that helps blood clot when injury occurs. May be low in advanced liver disease.

RBC (Red Blood Cells)
Normal Range (4.10 - 5.60) Cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body and make blood look red. A low RBC can indicate anemia, which can lead to fatigue.

RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width)
Normal Range (11.7 - 15.0) Measures the range of sizes of red blood cells in a blood sample. RDW results are often used together with MCV results to determine possible cause of anemia when anemia is indicated by other test results.

WBC (White Blood Cells)
Normal Range (4.0 - 10.5) This test measures the overall number of white blood cells. There are five types of WBC: Basoph, Eosinophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytles and Neutrophils. Each of them does slightly different jobs. All of them are used for fighting infections. White blood cells are made in the bone marrow.

Neutrophils
Normal Range (40 - 74) Most common granulocyte (55-70% of all leukocytes are neutrophils) Attracted to sites of injury and infection. Percentage is often increased during a bacterial infection. A low number (neutropenia) increases risk of bacterial infection. Multiplying the percentage of neutrophils by the total number of white blood cells will give the "absolute" number of these types of cells.

Neutrophils (Absolute)
Normal Range (1.8 - 7.8) These are WBC that play a key role in inflammation, allergic reactions, pus formation, and in destroying bacteria and parasites. Low neutrophils can mean infection or inflammation.

Eos (Eosinophils)
Normal Range (0 - 7) A type of phagocyte that produces the anti-inflammatory protein histamine. A high number indicates allergies or parasitic infections.

Eos (Eosinophils Absolute)
Normal Range (0.0 - 0.4) Multiply Eosinophils% by the WBC

Basos (Basophils)
Normal Range (0 - 3)  Control inflammation and damage of tissues in the body.

Baso (Basophils Abosolute)
Normal Range (0.0 - 0.2) Multiply Basophils by the WBC

Monocytes
Normal Range (4 - 13)  Monocytes are a type of phagocyte. These mature into macrophages, important germ eating cells. A low number can put you at a higher risk of getting sick from an infection, particularly those caused by bacteria.

Monocytes (Absolute)
Normal Range (0.1 - 1.0) Multiply Monocytes by the WBC

Lymphs (Lymphocyte)
Normal Range (14 - 46) Include T-cells, B-cells, and natural killer (NK) cells. Viral infections may increase their number.

Lymphs (Lymphocyte Absolute)
Normal Range (0.7 - 4.5) Multiply the Lymphocytes% above by the total number WBC

Basic Metabolic Panel

Bun
Normal Range (5 - 26)

BUN/Creatinine Ratio
Normal Range (8 - 27)

Calcium, Serum
Normal Range (8.5 - 10.6)

Carbon Dioxide, Total
Normal Range (20 - 32)

Chloride, Serum
Normal Range (96 - 109)

Creatinine, Serum
Normal Range (0.5 - 1.5) This is a breakdown product of creatinine phosphate, which is a protein found in muscle. It is made entirely by the kidneys. Abnormal levels usually indicate problems with the kidneys or renal system.

Glucose, Serum
Normal Range (65 - 95)

Potassium, Serum
Normal Range (3.5 - 5.5)

Sodium, Serum
Normal Range (135 - 148)

Hepatic Function Panel

ALB (Albumin, Serum)
Normal Range (4.0 - 10.5) This is the major protein in the blood, made only by the liver. It makes up the largest part of the Total Protein level. It maintains the fluid balance in your body. A low level may mean advanced liver disease, because the liver is not able to produce the normal amount. Low levels may also be due to malnutrition, kidney disease or bowel and intestinal disease.

ALKP (Alkaline Phosphatase)
Normal Range (25 - 150) This is an enzyme made in the liver's bile ducts, bone, kidney and intestine. High levels mean more advanced liver disease, especially problems with the liver's bile ducts. Levels can also be high if there is bone disease.

AST (SGOT Aspartate Aminotransferase)
Normal Range (0 - 40) This is an enzyme made in liver cells, similar to the ALT. It is also made in muscles, and can be released from damaged muscle, heart, kidney, and brain tissue. Therefore, the AST level can be affected by many conditions other than liver disease. Elevated levels can mean liver damage. Often the AST and ALT levels will elevate at the same time.

ALT (SGPT Alanine Aminotransferase)
Normal Range (0 - 55) This is an enzyme made in liver cells. If liver cells are damaged or die, ALT leaks out into the bloodstream. This is the most important test to follow in a person with liver disease. A high ALT may mean a high degree of liver cell damage. However, ALT levels can also vary, and do not always reflect the degree of liver cell damage. A liver cell biopsy will give the most accurate information.

Bilirubin, Direct
Normal Range (0.00 - 0.40) This is a measurement of the amount in the blood. An increase may reflect the breakdown of the red blood cells or liver disease

Bilirubin, Total
Normal Range (0.1 - 1.2)

Protein, Total, Serum
Normal Range (6.0 - 8.5)

PT and PTT

APTT
Normal Range (22 - 36)

GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)
Normal Range (0 - 65) This is an enzyme made in the bile ducts. High levels may mean problems with the liver's bile ducts. GGT is a very sensitive test, and can elevate if you use drugs or alcohol.

INR (International Normalized Ratio)
Normal Range (2.0 - 3.5) This is a system of reporting the results of blood clotting tests.

Magnesium, Serum
Normal Range (1.6 - 2.6)

PT (Prothrombin Time)
Normal Range (8.7 - 11.5) This is a measure of the time that it takes for your blood to clot. Prothrombin is a protein that is changed to thrombin during clotting. High PT may mean advanced liver disease. It may also be high if you are taking coumadin (warfarin) for a heart condition, or if you have a vitamin K deficiency.

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