A few things are highlighted in my CBC. What is the further course of action?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am 50 years old. I am getting muscle pain in legs if I walk a long distance. Also, I am an asthma patient and currently on Theo Asthalin forte tablet and inhaler. Today, I had a complete blood checkup. In the report, the following are highlighted. Total bilirubin count 1.31, red cell distribution width 14.6, vitamin B12 178 and hydroxyvitamin D 13.07. Please advise the further course of action.
Hi,
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Based on your query and attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows:
- Your vitamin B12 level is mildly low, which has resulted in early changes in RBC (red blood cell) size.
- In vitamin B12 deficiency, macrocytes are seen or MCV - mean corpuscular volume will be mildly elevated. Early changes with only increased RDW (red cell distribution width) and others are normal.
- Vitamin D deficiency is present and requires vitamin D supplements and sun exposure. Due to working in air-conditioned or non-sun-exposed atmospheres, vitamin D deficiency is very common nowadays.
- Serum bilirubin is mildly elevated. As liver function tests are normal, there is no need to worry at present.
- Repeat your serum bilirubin levels after two months. In the meantime, you can start on vitamin B12, vitamin D supplements, and nutrition-rich diet.
- Values are mildly abnormal and nothing to be worried about. Improve your nutrition. Repeat the test after two months and it should have returned to normal.
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