Lab tests check the sample of blood, urine, or other substances from the body to detect a condition, determine a diagnosis, monitor disease, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.
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My anion gap values are out of normal range. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor,My three questions are related to laboratory investigations that I got done last month.1) I would like to have a verification that I calculated this correctly.Anion Gap (with K) = (Na + K) - (Cl + HCO3). When I do this using my laboratory investigation values, I get (138 + 3.7) - (102 + 19... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me try to answer your queries. 1. Firstly, you are right. Anion gap in your laboratory values is high, and bicarbonate is low. This gives us a diagnosis of high anion gap metabolic acidosis (after we have ruled out respiratory causes). 2. Regarding what is the iss... Read Full »
I am getting married to my cousin with different blood group. Will that affect new generations?
Query: Hello doctor,I want to ask about first cousin marriage with different blood groups and if there are any kind of issues for new generations. And is there any solution for this situation or any medical treatment before marriage? Kindly suggest.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. According to the history provided, you are getting married to your cousin, and therefore, before conception, you have to consult a nearby gynecologist for genetic counseling before producing a child. The gynecologis... Read Full »
Can I suffer from hepatitis C even if my hepatitis test reports are negative?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently had a complete lab test with my primary care provider in which my alanine transaminase (ALT) was 60 units per liter. My gamma globulin returned at 3.3 g/dL, and Sjogren's anti-SSA and anti-SSB levels were more than eight units per mL. The rheumatoid factor level was 34.2 IU ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I doubt you have hepatitis C because the test is negative. It is common to have Sjogren's syndrome with positive anti-SSA (Sjogren's syndrome A), anti-SSB (Sjogren's syndrome B), and rheumatoid factor (RF). It all depends on your symptoms. Do you experience dryness i... Read Full »
Can NABL and CAP accredited laboratories reliable and accurate?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a generic query. Can we trust the NABL and CAP accreditation laboratories in terms of reliability and accuracy? And what does they mean? And all NABL and CAP labs are of same quality? Please explain in detail. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is good that you are noticing such accreditation. NABL accreditation laboratory definitely has good quality work and is more reliable. NABL is not compulsory to all laboratory but its accreditation ensures that the laboratry is following standards set by NABL boa... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am 31 years old and married with two kids. I have no symptoms. I went to my obstetrician and asked if they ever tested me for HSV and was informed no, so I asked to be tested. I had anxiety and depression before the testing. I take Klonopin PRN and Effexor daily. I have attached my labo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. It would be better if you would send me your detailed obstetrical, gynecological, medical, surgical, drug, and medical history. A report of this IgG (immunoglobulin G) and IgM (immunoglobulin M) would be be... Read Full »
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