Labs 1
This lab measures the percent of red cells in the blood.
What is hematocrit?
This test identifies bacteria in the urine and which drugs are effective against it.
What is a urine culture and sensitivity?
This test confirms the presence of osteomyelitis.
What is a bone biopsy?
These lab tests are required when terbinafine (Lamisil) or itraconazole (Sporanox) is taken orally.
What are liver function tests?
This lab can give information about a client’s nutritional status in the previous 2 weeks.
What is prealbumin?
This test measures the amount of each type of white blood cell.
What is a differential?
This blood test will show elevated results when gout is present.
What is uric acid?
When this is elevated in the urine, it is a sign of kidney problems.
What is protein?
This blood test measures the effectiveness of anticoagulant therapy.
What is Protime/INR?
When immature white blood cells start to appear in large numbers, it is called this.
What is a left shift?
These tests are elevated when there is bone cancer present.
What is alkaline phosphatase and calcium?
This lab can help identify fungi
What is a KOH test? A
These components of a urinalysis usually indicates infection.
What is nitrites or leukocyte esterase?
These two tests are used to assess the presence of inflammation.
What are ESR and CRP?
This test is positive when rheumatoid arthritis is present
What is an RA test? Or ANA test?
This lab test can identify viruses.
What is a Tzanck test
This test measures the average blood glucose level over the previous 3 months.
What is HgbA1c?
This test checks blood glucose after eating.
What is postprandial?
KOH testing is helpful in diagnosing this.
What is a fungal infection?
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What is having no response?