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Laboratory Results Overview

Patient Information

  • Patient Name: Carol Pacheco

Laboratory Ranges and Results

The following are laboratory test results recorded on two different dates: November 12, 2022, and November 14, 2022.

Electrolytes

  • Sodium

    • Normal Range: 136-145 mEq/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 145

    • Nov 14, 2022: 142

  • Potassium

    • Normal Range: 3.5-5.1 mEq/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 3.1

    • Nov 14, 2022: 3.0

  • Chloride

    • Normal Range: 98-107 mEq/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 105

    • Nov 14, 2022: 103

  • Bicarbonate

    • Normal Range: 23 mEq/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 23

    • Nov 14, 2022: 23

Kidney Function Tests

  • Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

    • Normal Range: 6-20 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 14

    • Nov 14, 2022: 13

  • Creatinine

    • Normal Range: 0.6-1.1 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 1.1

    • Nov 14, 2022: 1.1

  • Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)

    • Normal Range: >60 mL/min/1.73m²

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 75

Metabolic Tests

  • Glucose

    • Normal Range: 70-99 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 101

    • Nov 14, 2022: 105

  • Phosphate

    • Normal Range: 2.2-4.6 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 2.4

    • Nov 14, 2022: 2.2

  • Magnesium

    • Normal Range: 1.5-2.4 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 1.7

    • Nov 14, 2022: 1.8

  • Calcium

    • Normal Range: 8.6-10.2 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 8.9

Proteins and Enzymes

  • Albumin

    • Normal Range: 3.5-5.5 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 5.3

  • Alkaline Phosphatase

    • Normal Range: 30-120 U/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 50

  • ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)

    • Normal Range: 4-36 U/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 21

  • AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase)

    • Normal Range: 0-35 U/L

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 17

Lipid Profile

  • Total Cholesterol

    • Normal Value: <200 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 89

  • HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)

    • Normal Value: >50 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 51

  • LDL-C (Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol)

    • Normal Value: <130 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 75

  • LDL/HDL Ratio

    • Normal Value: <3.22

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 1.22

  • Triglycerides

    • Normal Range: 35-135 mg/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 12, 2022: 130

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

  • White Blood Cell Count (WBC)

    • Normal Range: 3.9-10.7 x 10³/mm³

    • Results:

    • Nov 14, 2022: 7.9

  • Hemoglobin

    • Normal Range: 12-16 g/dL

    • Results:

    • Nov 14, 2022: 11.0

  • Hematocrit

    • Normal Range: 37-47%

    • Results:

    • Nov 14, 2022: 34.4

Conclusion

  • The laboratory results indicate a potential concern regarding potassium levels, with both measurements below the normal range, indicating hypokalemia.

  • Other tests show values within normal ranges, with attention needed on hemoglobin and hematocrit which are below the normal range, indicating potential anemia.

  • Follow-up consultations may be necessary to address these findings, particularly for the management of potassium levels and potential anemia diagnosis or treatment protocols.

Recommendations

  • Monitor potassium levels and consider dietary interventions or supplementation.

  • Additional evaluation of hemoglobin and hematocrit levels for indications of anemia management may be warranted.