How To Read A Blood Test?

Check patient details

Check test date

Check fasting status

Compare each result to the reference range

Flag high results

Flag low results

Review abnormal trends over time

Review complete blood count

Review red blood cells

Review hemoglobin

Review hematocrit

Review white blood cells

Review platelets

Review electrolytes

Review kidney function

Review liver function

Review blood glucose

Review cholesterol panel

Review thyroid tests

Review iron levels

Review vitamin levels

Check inflammatory markers

Note critical values

Consider medications

Consider recent illness

Consider dehydration

Consider pregnancy

Consider diet and supplements

Compare with symptoms

Discuss abnormal results with a healthcare professional

Avoid diagnosing from one result alone

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