CBC
This component of the CBC measures the number of red blood cells in the blood.
What is the Red Blood Cell (RBC) count?
This electrolyte, critical for nerve and muscle function, has a normal range of 3.5 – 5.1 mmol/L.
What is Potassium?
This color of urine can indicate severe dehydration or liver disease.
What is Brown Ale?
This protein, made mainly in the liver, helps keep blood from leaking out of blood vessels.
What is Albumin?
High levels of this protein component of red blood cells can be found in people living at high altitudes or among smokers.
What is Hemoglobin (Hgb)?
High levels of this substance in the blood can indicate dehydration, Addison’s disease, or acute kidney failure.
What is Potassium?
The presence of this enzyme in urine indicates a urinary tract infection.
What is Leukocyte Esterase?
This substance, produced when the liver breaks down old red blood cells, gives stool its normal color.
What is Bilirubin?
This condition, characterized by an increase in all blood cells, particularly red blood cells, can lead to blood clots and strokes.
What is Polycythemia Vera?
This condition, marked by decreased synthesis or release of aldosterone, can lead to high potassium levels.
What is Hypoaldosteronism?
This condition, indicated by the presence of ketones in the urine, occurs when the body uses fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.
What is Ketonuria?
High levels of this enzyme, measured to check for liver disease, can indicate liver damage or disease.
What is Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)?
This rare blood disorder results from a buildup of natural chemicals called porphyrins in the body.
What is Porphyria?
This test measures the by-product of protein metabolism and is used to determine the adequacy of renal function.
What is Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)?
This type of cast, formed from coagulated protein secreted by renal cells, can indicate kidney problems.
What are Hyaline casts?
This condition, characterized by excessive sleepiness and confusion, can be checked by measuring ammonia levels in the blood.
What is Hepatic Encephalopathy?
This type of leukemia is characterized by an increased number of white blood cells and tends to progress more slowly than other forms.
What is Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)?
This condition, characterized by severe scarring of the liver, can be caused by chronic alcoholism or hepatitis.
What is Cirrhosis?
This condition, characterized by the presence of red blood cells in the urine, can result from urinary tract injuries or inflammation.
What is Hematuria?
This disease, also known as hypercortisolism, can cause facial roundness and weight gain around the middle body and upper back.
What is Cushing Syndrome?