Posted by Larry Hoover on March 14, 2003, at 6:33:44
In reply to Basic biology blood work for those who may know, posted by ~Alii~ on March 13, 2003, at 23:34:50
> Ok. What does this mean?
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> Platelet count: out of range 114 L (units THOUS/MCL ref. range 140-400)This is going to make your blood less likely to clot, and bleeding could be of serious concern if you get a significant wound of any sort.
> Absolute Neutrophils: out of range 133L (units CELLS/MCL ref. range 1500-7800)
This is called neutropenia, and indicates that your bone marrow is not producing anywhere near enough of these white blood cells. You are at significant risk should an infection occur, as your body does not have the tools required to fight the infection. It is very important that the cause of this condition be discovered, so you can expect some follow-up testing.
> The second one seems to be the one drawing concern. Someone with basic blood knowledge please chime in.
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> Thanks
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> ~AliiThe possible causes for these low values are of a great variety of things. I hope the cause is obvious, in your case, and easily treated.
Lar
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