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restlessangler restlessangler Member
12 messages
joined Jul 2009
#241 ·
I went ahead and got some blood and urine tests done so I'd have fresh results to show my hematologist—I've been seeing them because of some swollen lymph nodes that have been acting up for about seven months now.

The blood work looks mostly fine (I won't bore you with every single item), though my MCHC is slightly outside the range at 347 (ref: 320-345)... which isn't really a huge deal, I suppose.
But the urine test...

I don't have any issues when it comes to urinating, and the color seems normal—maybe just a little darker first thing in the morning, but nothing crazy—and there's no intense smell. The only thing is that I occasionally, though not every day, feel a slight cramp in my ovary. No kidney pain, though...

Appearance: clear
Color: yellow (light yellow)
pH: 5.0 (5.0-9.0)
Specific gravity: 1.025 (1.002-1.030)
Glucose: negative (normal)
Bilirubin: negative (0/neg.)
Ketones: negative (0/neg.)
Ery/Hb: 3 (0/neg.)
Protein: negative (0/neg.)
Urobilinogen: normal (normal)
Nitrites: negative (0/neg.)
Leukocyte esterase: negative (0/neg.)

Leukocytes: 1-3 (0-2)
Erythrocytes: 40-50 (0-2)
Squamous epithelium: high (0-1)
Bacteria: some (0/neg.)
Mucus: high (0/neg.)

Regarding that mucus, I've actually dealt with that for quite a while, but my gynecologist told me everything was perfectly fine—both my Pap smear and the physical exam were all good.
Otherwise, for the last 6 to 9 years (it's hard to remember exactly how long), I've always had traces of blood in my urine, but it's never been this much... usually it’s just around 6 or 7...
vividsailor7 vividsailor7 Active MemberOP
217 messages
joined Sep 2011
#242 ·
silverbear3 said:I’m looking for some input here... I've got the blood work results for a 30-year-old woman, and I'd really appreciate some perspective.
$2.53. That’s the number. Just staring at it. It’s absolutely ridiculous.
I can't make heads or tails of what you're trying to say here. "P 0,96"? Is this some kind of cryptic code or did you just hit a few random keys on your keyboard? If you're trying to make a point about a specific statistic, a price point, or some technical data, for heaven's sake, give us some actual context! We aren't mind readers. Either explain yourself or stop wasting everyone's time with these half-baked fragments.
K 4.9
I’m still waiting on my PTH results, so I don't have that specific lab work in hand yet. To give you some context, though—my last urinalysis showed oxalate levels around 1-2. I've been dealing with a constant battle against kidney stones and recurring UTIs, which is exactly why I'm pushing for this follow-up checkup. Thanks.

You really need to go back and read the very first post. Seriously. Read the instructions. It’s all right there at the top!

Arthur Morales7 said:I need some answers here. Can a passing bout of the flu actually mess with my bloodwork results when I'm prepping for surgery? Specifically, does taking stuff like Tylolhot or other cold meds skew the numbers they look at before an operation?
Thanks!

Look, let’s get one thing straight: influenza isn't some special case when it comes to your bloodwork. Just like any other acute illness, the flu can absolutely send your inflammatory markers through the roof. It's basic biology.

restlessangler said:I went ahead and got my blood and urine tests done so I’d have some fresh results ready to hand over to my hematologist. I'm heading in there because I've been dealing with these swollen lymph nodes that just won't quit—they've been inflamed for seven months now.

The blood work looks solid overall—there's really no point in listing every single little thing. Honestly, the only outlier is my MCHC, which came back at 347 when the lab's reference range stops at 345. It’s barely off the charts, though, so it's really not a huge deal.
But the urine...

I’m not having any trouble urinating, and my urine color looks pretty standard—maybe just a tiny bit darker during that first trip in the morning, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it's actually dark. There isn't any intense or foul odor, either. The only thing is that I occasionally—it’s not an everyday occurrence—feel this slight, nagging cramp in my ovary. My kidneys aren't hurting at all.

Appearance: cloudy (turbid)
Color: yellow (pale yellow)
The pH level is sitting at a 5.0—well within that target range of 5.0 to 9.0. It’s right on the edge, but technically, we're still in the clear.
Relative mass volume: 1.025 (Range: 1.002–1.030)
Glucose: negative (normal).
Bilirubin: negative (0/negative)
Ketones: negative (0/neg.)
ERC/Hb: 3 (0/neg.)
Protein: negative (0/neg.)
Urobilinogen levels came back within the normal range.
Nitrites: negative (0/neg.)
Great. Esterase: negative (0/negative).

Leukocytes: 1-3 (Normal range: 0-2)
Red blood cell count: 40-50 (Normal range: 0-2). Wait, what? Are you kidding me right now? If those numbers are actually accurate, we aren't just looking at a minor deviation—we are looking at a massive, astronomical spike. A normal range of 0 to 2? That’s impossible. Even if we're talking about millions per microliter, being off by that much is absolutely insane. This isn't just "out of range"; this is a medical emergency waiting to happen. Someone needs to get this checked by a doctor immediately. Seriously, don't just sit there staring at the screen. Get professional help. Now.
Please check my pathology report: epithelium is described as "plentiful (0-1)." What does this actually mean?
Bacteria: basically nothing. Zero impact. Total wash.
Service: plenty (0/neg.)

Regarding this whole issue with my mucus... honestly, I’ve been dealing with it for quite a while now. It’s incredibly frustrating because every time I go in, my gynecologist tells me everything looks absolutely perfect. I’ve had the exams, the checkups—everything—and they all come back totally fine. So, I'm left wondering what on earth is actually going on.
For the last six or nine years—honestly, I can't even keep track anymore—I’ve been dealing with traces of blood in my urine. But this? This is different. It's never been like this before. Usually, it's just a little bit, maybe a 6 or 7 on the scale, but now it's hitting a whole new level.

Has there been any actual urological workup done yet? I’m talking about a full ultrasound or anything of the sort?
silverbear3 silverbear3 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Nov 2012
#243 ·
First off, sorry if this question is a bit vague...
Wondering what you guys think about these blood work results: creatinine 82 (ref. range 63-107), Ca 2.53 (ref. range 2.14-2.53), P 0.96 (ref. range 1.07-1.64), Na 143 (ref. range 137-146), K 4.9 (ref. range 3.5-4.7)
Still waiting on my PTH levels since I've got an appointment scheduled for December. About a week ago, some oxalates showed up in a urine test (1-2), and earlier this year I dealt with some kidney stones. My urine cultures were one sterile sample and two showing just normal flora. These belong to a 30-year-old woman. Thanks
vividsailor7 vividsailor7 Active MemberOP
217 messages
joined Sep 2011
#244 ·
silverbear3 said:First off, my apologies if that last question came across as half-baked or incomplete...
I'm looking for some input on my blood work results. Any thoughts?I'm sitting here staring at my blood work, and I am absolutely livid. My creatinine is sitting at 8.2. EIGHT POINT TWO! Are you kidding me right now? I feel like my kidneys are just waving a white flag and calling it quits. I’ve been reading through the forums, trying to make sense of this nightmare, and honestly, most of the advice out there feels like a joke. It’s infuriating how much guesswork goes into managing something this serious. You're left spinning your wheels while your numbers go off the charts. I'm beyond frustrated. I’ve been looking through the latest updates, specifically referencing the interval from 63 to 107, and frankly, I have some thoughts. It’s one thing to suggest a timeframe, but it’s quite another to implement it without considering the fallout. Let's be real here—this isn't just a minor adjustment; it's a fundamental shift that demands much more scrutiny than we've seen thus far. I find myself constantly circling back to these specific segments because they feel rushed. We need to slow down and actually digest the implications before we charge ahead blindly. Is anyone else feeling this frustration, or am I just shouting into the void? $2.53. That’s it. That’s the whole thing. Just sitting there, staring back at me like some kind of sick joke. You can’t even make a decent cup of coffee with that kind of change, let alone manage a life in this economy! It’s absolutely insulting. I’m looking at the data from the interval 2,14 through 2,53, and frankly, I find it hard to believe. It’s one thing to see fluctuations, but this? This is something else entirely. You can't just gloss over these numbers and pretend everything is functioning within normal parameters. We need to take a hard look at what happened during this specific stretch because the implications are too significant to ignore. It’s frustrating to see such blatant discrepancies being treated like minor hiccups when they clearly signal a much deeper issue. We aren't just talking about a slight deviation here; we are talking about a fundamental shift that demands an immediate explanation. Get it together. I am absolutely floored by this. Seriously, I can’t even wrap my head around how we got here. A P-value of 0.96? Are you kidding me? We are talking about a statistical result that is practically screaming "nothing happened here." It’s not just insignificant; it’s almost aggressively non-existent. You might as well have flipped a coin and then decided to write a ten-page thesis on why the coin landed on heads. There is zero evidence, zero correlation, and zero impact. It’s a complete wash. I’ve seen some questionable data in my time, but this takes the cake. How much time and resources were wasted chasing this phantom? It’s infuriating! You look at a number like that and you just want to throw your hands up in the air. We need rigor, we need substance, and most importantly, we need results that actually mean something. This? This is just noise. Pure, unadulterated noise. The reference interval is sitting between 1.07 and 1.64. On 143. I’ve been looking through the documentation again—specifically lines 137 through 146—and quite frankly, I am losing my patience with how this is laid out. It’s messy. It’s inefficient. And if you think for one second that following these specific intervals will lead to a seamless integration, you are dead wrong. It’s almost like they wrote this with the intention of confusing anyone actually trying to do the work. You look at those lines and you see a complete lack of cohesion. It’s frustrating! Why can't we get a straightforward, logical progression? Instead, we get this fragmented mess that requires us to jump back and forth just to make sense of a single sequence. It's maddening. I'm sitting here looking at this 4.9 rating and I just can't wrap my head around it. Honestly? It’s ridiculous. How do you even get to a 4.9 without being absolutely perfect? It feels like someone is just being pedantic for the sake of it. One tiny little hiccup and suddenly we're all supposed to act like the whole thing fell apart? Please. Give me a break. The reference interval is listed as 3.5 to 4.7.
I haven't received my PTH results yet because my appointment isn't scheduled until December. However, I have some other data to share. About a week ago, a urine test showed oxalate levels at 1-2. Earlier this year, I was dealing with kidney stones, and my recent urine cultures came back inconsistent—one sample was sterile, but two others just showed normal physiological flora. For context, these labs are for a 30-year-old female. Thanks.

You absolutely cannot move forward without waiting for those PTH results. It’s non-negotiable. You also need to double-check the kidney function and blood pressure first. Don't rush this.
Could we pair that with Ca++/ionic calcium levels instead? That would actually be a much more reliable indicator. For some reason, I don't see any ALP testing being done here at all.
Listen, you need to make sure that special processing includes a 24-hour calcium test, a 24-hour phosphorus test, and a phosphorus clearance if there’s actually a clinical reason to justify it. Don't just skip it. Based on those clinical indications, get an ultrasound done for the parotid glands and the thyroid. Period.
When you're looking at your lab results, one thing is absolutely critical: you cannot be dehydrated. Seriously, don't overlook this. If your hydration levels are off, those numbers are going to be completely skewed, and you'll just end up chasing ghosts with your doctor.
restlessangler restlessangler Member
12 messages
joined Jul 2009
#245 ·
vividsailor7 said:Did you get any urological workup done—like an ultrasound or anything else?

No, I just had bloodwork done and a urine test... mostly just so I could have my latest CBC and recent urinalysis ready to show the hematologist during my appointment.
There wasn't really any reason to go any further than that...
Rebecca Myers38 Rebecca Myers38 Member
22 messages
joined Jan 2005
#246 ·
Maria Fisher46 said:Dear lady,

It is absolutely imperative to pinpoint the precise underlying cause of anemia. One cannot ignore the fact that vegetarians inherently face a heightened risk of iron deficiency, or sideropenia, due to lower systemic iron levels.

However, for true clinical anemia—characterized by a significant drop in hemoglobin levels—to actually manifest, there typically must be an additional complicating factor beyond just diet alone. In women, this is most frequently attributed to heavy menstrual cycles, though various other medical reasons could certainly be at play, all of which require thorough clarification.

A much more detailed medical history must be taken; one needs specific data regarding dietary intake and meal patterns, a more precise definition of menstrual cycles through targeted questioning, and further inquiries into potential past pregnancies or family history. Only by considering age and these holistic factors can we truly assess why this anemia has occurred.

Only once the exact etiology of the anemia is established should treatment involving iron supplements begin, and Heferol is certainly one such option.

Best regards. 🙂

How lovely. 😁 My doctor just handed me Heferol and called it a day. 🤷
Mark Torres4 Mark Torres4 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Jul 2008
#247 ·
Hi everyone, I have a question about some blood work results. These are the only values that seem to be outside the normal range.

Female / 26 years old.

RBC - 5.15, ref. range (3.86-5.08)
RDW - 13.5, ref. range (14.6-16.5)
Glucose - 6.2, ref. range (4.2 - 6.0)

Thanks in advance!
Mark Smith48 Mark Smith48 Newcomer
3 messages
joined Feb 2014
#248 ·
Just did my routine physical and blood work (37yo male).
WBC 6.0 (3.4-9.7)
RBC 4.22 (4.34-5.72) Lo
Hemoglobin 138 (138-175)
Hematocrit 0.413 (0.415-0.53) Lo
MCV 98.0 (83-97.2) Hi
MCH 32.7 (27.4-33.9)
MCHC 334 (320-345)
Platelets 255 (158-424)
MPV 8.0 (6.8-10.4)

The only other thing is cholesterol sitting at 6.3.

Bottom line: the report says everything is mostly fine, except for the obvious part—it flagged macrocytic anemia. Doctor recommended checking folate and B12 levels. Haven't gotten those tests done yet.
Just a heads up, I’ve always been kind of pale and thin; that's just how I'm built, I guess.
Is this anemia actually dangerous based on these numbers?
Joshua Hernandez7 Joshua Hernandez7 Newcomer
1 message
joined May 2012
#249 ·
Could someone please help me make sense of these results?
It's for a 19-year-old girl. We had her thyroid levels checked (TSH, FT3, and FT4) because she's been struggling with sudden weight gain.

TSH/mIu/L (s) Result: 2.28 Reference range: 0.55-4.78
FT4/pmol/L (s) Result: 16.2 Reference range: 11.5-22.7
FT3/pmol/L (s) Result: 4.90 Reference range: 3.5-6.5

Thanks!
Megan Rivera94 Megan Rivera94 Newcomer
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joined Nov 2012
#250 ·
Dear friends, I am reaching out because I desperately need some advice regarding my mother—she just got back from the doctor with some truly alarming test results. Everything points toward a severe inflammation somewhere, yet she isn't experiencing any typical symptoms "down there." Instead, the issues are all "up top" (I have spent hours scouring the internet, searching for answers, but I simply cannot find anything that connects these dots): her mouth and lips are incredibly painful, her tongue feels like it's burning, and her lips feel constantly tight—she’s perpetually applying balm, though she’s honestly lost track of what even works anymore. Anything she tries to eat causes this intense, stinging sensation, almost like getting soap in your eye...
Take a look at these results (I’m only listing the values that fall outside the normal range):

Test ----------------------- Result --------- Unit ------- Ref. Interval
U - Leukocyte Esterase ----------- +++ ------0/neg.to 3/+++ --- (00-00)
U - Leukocytes ---------------------- 171 ---- count/field -- (00-5)
U - Epithelial Cells ------- 40 ---- count/field -- (00-1)

... I don't quite "get" the medical jargon, but it seems to me that these numbers are significantly elevated, so... please, if anyone has any insight, help me out
My mom does have a history of bladder infections, which makes sense, but it is so bizarre because she isn't showing any localized symptoms at all. And this situation with her mouth? It is absolutely maddening—she has seen every specialist in town, from local GPs to specialists at places like the Mayo Clinic, and yet nobody can make head or tail of it. It is driving her to the brink of insanity. I wouldn't be posting this if it weren't urgent; we are long past the "let's just run to the doctor" phase—we've done that multiple times now—and I am genuinely at a loss for who else to turn to. Thank you so much in advance for any ideas or thoughts you might have.
Anthony Watson7 Anthony Watson7 Member
24 messages
joined Sep 2014
#251 ·
Here’s the situation. I just got my blood work back. My hemoglobin is fine, but these numbers are throwing me off: RDW-CV at 15.6 and MCV at 11.9. What am I looking at here?
I have to go in for a urine culture tomorrow because of this: leukocyte count is 30-40 and there’s a massive amount of bacteria.
I weigh 125 pounds and I almost never get sick. I don't feel any pain right now, which is why these bacteria readings are starting to freak me out.
If anyone can make sense of these blood results, let me know.
Thanks.
Keith Chavez8 Keith Chavez8 Newcomer
1 message
joined Jan 2011
#252 ·
I just got some results back from my blood work and was hoping someone could help me make sense of one specific part. It says:

HIV combi (HIV-I p24 antigen and antibodies to HIV - I and HIV-II)

Thanks in advance for any insight!
vividsailor7 vividsailor7 Active MemberOP
217 messages
joined Sep 2011
#253 ·
restlessangler said:No, I just had bloodwork and a urinalysis done so I could show them to my hematologist during my appointment, just to have recent KKS and urine results ready.
There was no other reason to do it.

You should probably get a USA ultrasound. Based on those clinical indications, an ultrasound of the urinary system is needed.

Sophia Ortiz56 said:Hi, I have a question regarding some blood test results. These are the only values that fall outside the normal range.

Female / 26 years old.

RBC - 5.15, ref. range (3.86-5.08)
RDW - 13.5, ref. range (14.6-16.5)
Glucose - 6.2, ref. range (4.2 - 6.0)

Thanks in advance.

Read the first post.

Mark Smith48 said:I did a full physical and KKS (37 years old, male).
WBC 6.0 (3.4-9.7)
RBC 4.22 (4.34-5.72) Low
Hemoglobin 138 (138-175)
Hematocrit 0.413 (0.415-0.53) Low
MCV 98.0 (83-97.2) High
MCH 32.7 (27.4-33.9)
MCHC 334 (320-345)
Platelets 255 (158-424)
MPV - average platelet volume 8.0 (6.8-10.4)

Aside from that, just cholesterol at 6.3.

The summary basically says everything is OK, except of course: macrocytic anemia is noted. Recommendation: check folate and B12 levels. I haven't done that yet.
Just so you know, I've always been a bit pale and thin—that's just how I'm built.
Is this anemia dangerous given my values?

Personally, I wouldn't jump straight into those tests, especially since the results are practically fine.
Definitely repeat the KKS, though.

Kimberly Fisher37 said:Can someone please explain these results to me?
Female, 19 years old. Thyroid hormone testing: TSH, FT3, FT4. The reason for testing was excessive weight gain.

TSH/mIU/L (s) Result: 2.28 Reference range: 0.55-4.78
FT4/pmol/L (s) Result: 16.2 Reference range: 11.5-22.7
FT3/pmol/L (s) Result: 4.90 Reference range: 3.5-6.5

Thanks!

Clean results.
Based on clinical indications, I’d recommend supplementing this with a lipid panel, liver enzymes, fasting glucose, and cortisol levels.

Megan Rivera94 said:Guys, please help—I’m asking for my mom. She just got back from the doctor with some terrifying results. Everything points to some kind of massive inflammation, but she isn’t feeling anything "down there" at all. The symptoms are all "up top" (I’ve been scouring the internet but can't find anything that explains this): her mouth and lips are painful, her tongue burns, and her lips feel tight. She’s constantly applying balm (she doesn't even know what works anymore), and whatever she eats, it stings "like it's hitting an open wound"...
Look at these results (I’m only listing the ones out of range):

Test ----------------------- Result ---------- Unit ------- Ref. Interval
U - Leukocyte Esterase ----------- +++ ------0/neg.to 3/+++ --- (00-00)
U - Leukocytes ---------------------- 171 ---- count/HPF -- (00-5)
U - Squamous Epithelial Cells ------- 40 ---- count/HPF -- (00-1)

... I don't quite get it, but I can see the values are extremely high, so... please help if anyone knows anything
Mom has a history of bladder infections, but it's weird because she has zero symptoms, at least "down there." And this stuff happening with her mouth is driving us crazy—she’s seen every specialist imaginable and nobody understands what’s going on. It’s maddening. I wouldn't be posting this aimlessly; we're past the "run to the doctor" phase. We've done that multiple times already—I honestly don't know who else to turn to, so thanks in advance for any ideas.

What you think about these results is completely irrelevant.
If her mouth is burning, why on earth was a urinalysis even performed?
Get a CBC, KKS, and CRP done.
See a dentist.

Kate Turner22 said:So, this is the first time I've had blood work done. My sugar is fine, except for this deviation: rdw-cv 15.6, mcv 11.9—what does that mean??
I'm doing a urine culture tomorrow because of this: leukocytes 30-40, bacteria: heavy mass.
I weigh 26kg [approx 57lbs] and I'm almost never sick and nothing ever hurts, so now I'm scared of these bacteria:-(
If anyone can tell me about the blood work too.
Thanks:-)

Read the first post.
Daniel Sanchez32 Daniel Sanchez32 Newcomer
1 message
joined Nov 2012
#254 ·
Dear
, I've had blood work done three times over the last two months, and my liver enzyme levels have been elevated every single time.
Here are the numbers from my most recent labs:
AST 72 ref(11-38)
ALT 195 ref(12-48)
yGT 56 ref(11-55)
Total bilirubin 13.4 ref (3.0-20.0)

I ran some hepatitis markers—and since I can't make it to see my doctor until next week, I was wondering if anyone here could help me make sense of these results. Just for context, I did receive the standard Hepatitis B vaccine back when I was in elementary school.
The marker results are as follows:
Hepatitis B surface antigen - non-reactive
Anti-HBs antibodies - 59.50 mlU/ml
Anti-HBc antibodies - reactive
Anti-HBc IgM antibodies - non-reactive
Anti-HBe antibodies - non-reactive
Hepatitis B e antigen - non-reactive
Hepatitis C virus antibodies - non-reactive

Thanks in advance for any insight!
Mark Smith48 Mark Smith48 Newcomer
3 messages
joined Feb 2014
#255 ·
vividsailor7 said:Personally, I wouldn't jump straight to those tests, especially since the results look pretty much normal.
Definitely redo the KKS.

Check out the first post.

Thanks, doc! 🙂
Do you think taking some Natural Welth Ultra B-100 might help clean things up a bit? Also, how long should I wait after stopping supplements before the next KKS?
Joshua Hernandez7 Joshua Hernandez7 Newcomer
1 message
joined May 2012
#256 ·
vividsailor7 said:Cleaned up the results.
Based on clinical indications, I recommend following up with a lipid panel, transaminase levels, fasting glucose, and cortisol testing.


I just got my blood and urine test results back. I'd appreciate some feedback on them, given the symptoms I've been having.

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vividsailor7 vividsailor7 Active MemberOP
217 messages
joined Sep 2011
#257 ·
Mark Smith48 said:Thanks, Doc! 🙂
Would Natural Welth Ultra B-100 actually help me sharpen up my vision? I’m trying to get things looking right. Also, how long before the next KKS should I cut off the supplements entirely?

I highly doubt those supplements are going to do much of anything—and that’s assuming we’re even dealing with an actual illness here. But let’s talk about the real issue: they mess with your KKS. Honestly, you’re better off skipping them entirely for a week or two. At the very least, you need to be completely clear of them for at least three to five days before your KKS.

Kimberly Fisher37 said:Alright, I just got my blood work and urinalysis results back. Given everything I’ve been dealing with lately, I could really use some insight. Can anyone take a look and give me their two cents?

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We aren't seeing any of those classic obesity-related issues here—none of that hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, or fatty liver disease nonsense.
It would be a smart move to include a urinalysis that checks for blood, CRP, 24-hour proteinuria, and uric acid levels.
Start measuring your heart rate and blood pressure immediately, and for heaven's sake, keep a damn log of it! You need to be tracking those numbers daily.
Nancy Garcia4 Nancy Garcia4 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Nov 2012
#258 ·
Male, 41 years old
Seeing a urologist regarding erectile dysfunction

Results:
CBC, CMP, lipid panel, urinalysis
MCH = 29 (target 30-35)
MCHC = 348 (target 320-345)
Monocytes = 10.44% (target 2-8%)
Eosinophils = 2.24% (target 3-5%)
Triglycerides = 3 (target 0-1.7)
Total Cholesterol = 5.93 (target 0-5)
LDL = 3.66 (target 0-3)
Everything else fell within the normal range

LH, FSH, testosterone
FSH = 1.28 (target 1.55-9.74)
LH and testosterone levels are normal

Semen culture came back clear
vividsailor7 vividsailor7 Active MemberOP
217 messages
joined Sep 2011
#259 ·
Nancy Garcia4 said:Male, 41 years old
visiting a urologist regarding erectile dysfunction

Results:
KKS, CBC, lipid panel, urinalysis
MCH = 29 (should be 30-35)
MCHC = 348 (should be 320-345)
monocytes = 10.44% (should be 2-8%)
eosinophils = 2.24% (should be 3-5%)
Triglycerides = 3 (should be 0-1.7)
Total Cholesterol = 5.93 (should be 0-5)
LDL = 3.66 (should be 0-3)
everything else is within the normal range

LH, FSH, testosterone
FSH = 1.28 (should be 1.55-9.74)
LH and testosterone are within the normal range

Semen culture is fine

This isn't enough! You can't just throw out single numbers and expect an answer. You need to provide the full lab report—you absolutely cannot interpret everything based on one isolated value. Look at those lipids and the KKS; they're glaringly obvious issues here.
Given the clinical indication, you need to follow up with a semen analysis, plus total and free testosterone, Prolactin (PRL), and Estradiol (E2).
Nancy Garcia4 Nancy Garcia4 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Nov 2012
#260 ·
vividsailor7 said:It isn't feasible to draw conclusions this way. You need to provide the full set of lab results; you can't interpret everything based on a single value—especially when it comes to lipids and KKS...
Per clinical indication, please supplement the processing with a spermogram, along with total and free testosterone, PRL, and E2...

My apologies. I saw a urologist, and they confirmed the following...
External genitalia: an unremarkable finding...
He sent me to do this... KKS, GUK, lipid panel, urinalysis, LH, FSH, testosterone, and semen culture... I'll come by for my follow-up once I have all my test results in hand...

Here is the transcript of all the findings...
Hematology...
L 5,484...
5,621...
Hemoglobin at 163...
Hct 0.468...
MCV 83.32...
MCH 29...
MCHC 348...
T 163...
DKS segmented at 60.94...
unsegmented 0...
Lymphocytes at 26.1...
Monocytes at 10.44...
Eosinophils at 2.24...
Basophils at 0.44...
Plasma center status: 0...

Biochemistry...
GUK 5.3...
Triglyceride levels at 3...
Cholesterol levels in the USA... 5.93...
HDL at 1.29...
LDL at 3.66...
Glucose levels in urine at zero... which is exactly where they should be...
Zero protein...
Bilirubin levels at zero...
urobilinogel 0
The pH is sitting at 6...
Blood type O...
Ketones at 0...
I am still waiting for more clarity on this situation... everything seems to be moving quite slowly at the moment.
Leukocyte esterase levels are at 0...
Pure and clear...
Specific gravity 1.015...
Yellow...
E 0
L 0

Endocrinology...
Testosterone levels at 16.2...
FSH 1.28...
LH 1.98...

The semen culture results came back completely clear...

I hope there is enough data now...

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