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Nicholas Myers Nicholas Myers Active Member
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#1121 ·
Kevin Johnson79 said:My school nurse told me she isn't quite sure what's going on. She explained that according to my serology, there wasn't a new infection, and looking at my liver panel, it's odd that my GGT is within the normal range when it really should be elevated. She suggested I follow up with her once the school year wraps up. Does anyone here happen to know more about this?

Dear Luke,

As your doctor mentioned, infectious mononucleosis can indeed cause elevated liver enzymes.

Typically, those levels normalize within about three months. In your case, this normalization process took quite a while—certainly longer than the standard window.

Furthermore, based on the serology results, it appears there was no reactivation of an EBV infection (as your doctor interpreted) nor an infection with CMV, which can also mimic the symptoms of infectious mononucleosis syndrome.

Therefore, it’s unlikely that the throat issues you described are tied to mononucleosis; you might need to look elsewhere for the cause of those.

All in all, it is a good sign that your liver enzymes have finally stabilized. If your throat symptoms have cleared up as well, then that's excellent news.
My second question concerns my HEMOGLOBIN, HEMATOCRIT, and MCV, which stay consistently high. Usually, whenever I get my liver panel done, they run a CBC and a differential as well. It's only by a "slight" margin, but HEMOGLOBIN fluctuates around 170 g/L (ref. 129-166), HEMATOCRIT is about 0.521 L/L (ref. 0.390-0.487), and MCV sits near 93.4 fL (ref. 76.5-92.1). I don't smoke, and lately, I've been drinking more water specifically to stay hydrated. Is this linked to the mononucleosis or something else?

Thanks, 🙂

It isn't related to the mononucleosis. Both the hemoglobin and MCV values could arguably be considered normal.

Regarding the hematocrit, it does show a slight elevation, so it would be helpful to compare it against your previous lab results.
Nicholas Myers Nicholas Myers Active Member
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#1122 ·
Chloe Lewis83 said:Hi! I'd appreciate some thoughts on these blood test results! 😕

(P)PV 1.11 ,(>0.70)
(P)INR 0.96 (2.0-3.5) recommendation for OAT monitoring
(P)AT&T 19.2 L ,units, (22-33)
(P)AT&T ratio 0.66 L (0.8-1.2)

(S)Total proteins 73, ref. interval (66-81)
(S)IgA 1.04 ,(0.4-3.5)
(S)IgM 1.88 ,(0.50-3.00)
(S)IgG 11.16 ,(6.5-16.0) ,Adult R.I.
(S)Ferritin 14 , (13-150)
(S)Protein electrophoresis -

Thanks!

Hello,

You haven't mentioned why these tests were ordered in the first place.

Looking at the results, there is a shortened AT&T. This can sometimes be seen during an acute phase response—essentially the blood reacting to inflammation or an injury. In those cases, it’s usually temporary; once the underlying cause resolves, the AT&T values typically normalize. There is also the possibility that poor sample collection could lead to this kind of result.

Your ferritin level (which indicates your body's iron stores) is sitting right at the bottom edge of the normal range...

Angela Stewart38 said:Thank you for your time, and I would appreciate your opinion on these results..best regards

Hello,

In my view, there was no need to repeat all the tests—for instance, triglycerides and cholesterol. Re-testing those just a few weeks later doesn't make much sense. It's better to focus only on what fell outside the normal range. As far as I can tell, the liver enzymes have normalized and the urinalysis is practically clean, so everything should be fine now.

Best regards. 🙂
Chloe Lewis83 Chloe Lewis83 Newcomer
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#1123 ·
Maria Fisher46 said:Ma'am,

you haven't actually specified the underlying reason why these tests were ordered in the first place.

Looking at the results, there is an abbreviated AT&T value mentioned. Generally, an abnormal AT&T reading can be part of what we call an acute phase response—essentially the blood reacting to inflammation or injury—which is usually just a temporary state that normalizes once the trigger resolves. There's also the possibility that poor sample collection during the draw caused the discrepancy.

As for the ferritin levels, which act as a gauge for your body's iron stores, they are sitting right at the bottom edge of the normal range...


I'm in my early 20s and weighing about 88 pounds, which is far too low for my age, so my doctor suspects a food allergy might be the culprit and suggested I run these panels...
Thanks.!
velvetmoose9 velvetmoose9 Active Member
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#1124 ·
Chloe Lewis83 said:I'm in my early 20s and I only weigh about 88 pounds (which is way too light for my age), so my doctor thinks I might be dealing with some kind of food allergy and suggested I run these tests...
Thanks!

How are your thyroid levels looking?
Any word on iron?
What about a standard CBC?

Has anyone mentioned gluten intolerance or Celiac disease before?
Are we talking about your usual weight here, or did you experience some kind of weight loss—like, was it sudden or just a slow slide downward?
How's your appetite been lately?
Everything normal with your digestion/bowel movements?
What’s your activity level like?
And what about your family history—specifically the BMI of your immediate relatives, like your parents or siblings?
Chloe Lewis83 Chloe Lewis83 Newcomer
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#1125 ·
velvetmoose9 said:Are the thyroid levels within range?
How about iron?
And a standard CBC?

Has anyone brought up gluten intolerance or Celiac disease?
Is this weight something you've always had, or have you experienced any recent shifts—either sudden drops or gradual changes?
How’s the appetite?
Any issues with digestion or bowel movements?
What does your activity level look like?
And what about family history, specifically the BMI of your parents or siblings?

Thyroid is fine, and my CBC (what does that cover again? 😁 ) looks okay.
My doctor ordered tests because they suspect Celiac might be at play, especially given this persistent skin rash I deal with.
I've been naturally thin for as long as I can remember.
Appetite is great.
Digestion is pretty irregular; I need to get a sample sent in.
As for activity, I used to be quite athletic, but these days it's mostly just walking for an hour or so every day, if that counts.
Regarding BMI? My mother also has a low body mass, though it wasn't always that way for her.
velvetmoose9 velvetmoose9 Active Member
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#1126 ·
Chloe Lewis83 said:Kidney function looks fine, but what does CBC/diff mean? 😁
My doctor ordered some tests because they’re looking into possible Celiac disease (mostly due to this constant skin rash I get)
I've been naturally thin for as long as I can remember.
My appetite is actually great.
My bowel movements are pretty irregular, so I need to send in a sample.
As for activity, I used to be quite active in sports, but now I just go for an hour-long walk every day (hope that counts).
BMI? My mom is also on the thinner side, though it wasn't always like that for her.

CBC stands for a complete blood count.
Diff is the differential blood count.
Basically, certain types of anemia—what people usually call being "anemic"—often go hand-in-hand with Celiac, which is why they run a CBC/diff alongside everything else.

BMI is just your body mass index.

Your mom might want to look into getting tested too, just in case there's a suspected Celiac link there.

Once you wrap up this initial "routine" round, they'll probably refer you to a gastroenterologist or an internist for more digging. They'll likely suggest testing for specific antibodies that point toward Celiac, like anti-endomysial, anti-gliadin, or tissue transglutaminase antibodies, and they might suggest a GI workup—specifically a colonoscopy or maybe even an intestinal biopsy. Don't sweat it, though; the actual procedure is usually painless.

Keep us posted on how it all goes! 🙂
Chloe Lewis83 Chloe Lewis83 Newcomer
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#1127 ·
velvetmoose9 said:CBC - complete blood count
Differential CBC
- Certain types of anemia tend to shadow celiac disease, which is why doctors usually run a full CBC/differential alongside other tests as part of the screening process.

BMI - body mass index

Your mother might also be a candidate for testing if there’s any suspicion regarding celiac issues.

Once you finish this initial "routine" round, you'll likely be referred to a gastroenterologist or an internist for deeper investigation—specifically to check for antibodies like anti-endomysial, anti-gliadin, or tissue transglutaminase, and they may suggest a GI endoscopy, particularly a colonoscopy, and potentially an intestinal biopsy; it sounds daunting, but the procedures themselves are generally painless.

Keep us posted on how things unfold 🙂

Well, yes... I have to go through the whole gauntlet. I already had my blood drawn from three different vials; one set of results is back, and I'm still waiting on the others. My mother is going through the same thing. Next up, I need an abdominal ultrasound and stool samples, though they haven't recommended a colonoscopy just yet. I'll see what the full picture looks like once all the results are in, and then I'll touch base again.😁
Thanks!
Kate Ward40 Kate Ward40 Newcomer
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#1128 ·
Hey there! So, I’m 17 weeks pregnant, 37 years old, and just finished up my routine blood work, urinalysis, and a urine culture with HBsAg. Just as a heads-up, I’m a PAI-1 heterozygote (hereditary Thrombophilia). Here’s what the results look like:
Urine microbiology (aerobic) - finding: physiological flora 10 per 2 CFU/ml
Hematology:
RBC 3.98 (ref: 3.86-5.08)
Hemoglobin 117 (ref: 119-157)
Hematocrit 0.340 (ref: 0.356-0.470)
MCV 85.6 (ref: 83.8-97.2)
MCH 29.4 (ref: 27.4-33.9)
MCHC 343 (ref: 320-345)
RDW 13.3 (ref: 9-15)
Platelets 225 (ref: 158-424)
MPV 8.2 (ref: 6.8-10.4)
WBC 7.9 (ref: 3.4-9.7)
Differential:
Eosinophils 0.8% (ref: 0-7)
Basophils 0.4% (ref: 0-1)
Neutrophils 67.5% (ref: 44-72)
Lymphocytes 27.2% (ref: 20-46)
Monocytes 4.1% (ref: 2-12)

Eosinophils 0.06 x10^9/l (ref: 0.00-0.43)
Basophils 0.03 x10^9/l (ref: 0.00-0.06)
Neutrophils 5.33 x10^9/l (ref: 2.06-6.49)
Lymphocytes 2.15 x10^9/l (ref: 1.19-3.35)
Monocytes 0.32 x10^9/l (ref: 0.12-0.84)
Coagulation:
Prothrombin time (ratio) 1.17 (ref: >0.70)
Biochemistry:
Urea 2.4 (ref: 2.5-8.3)
Creatinine 49 (ref: 49-90)
Total Bilirubin 7 (ref: 3-20)
ALT 8 (ref: 10-36)
AST 15 (ref: 8-30)
GGT 7 (ref: 9-35)
ALP 44 (ref: 54-119)
Urinalysis (physical/chemical):
Appearance cloudy (ref: clear)
Color pale yellow (ref: pale yellow)
pH 8 (ref: 5.0-9.0)
Specific Gravity 1.005 (ref: 1.002-1.030)
Glucose Bilirubin 0 (ref: 0)
Ketones RBC/Hemoglobin Protein Urobilinogen Nitrites 0 (ref: 0)
Leukocyte esterase 100 (ref: b>
Microscopic Sediment Exam:
Leukocytes 12-14 (ref: 0-2)
Epithelial cells 15-20 (ref: 0-1)
Bacteria some (ref: 0)

Just to clarify, the urine culture was done the same morning I dropped off my sample at the lab. My first morning pee was used for the microbiology analysis, and then I went to get my blood drawn and gave another urine sample at the lab right after...
Are these results okay, or is there something I should be worried about? My follow-up appointment isn't for another two and a half weeks, and I really don't want to spend the whole time stressing out and wondering if everything is alright. Please let me know. 🙂
Best regards!!!
Jesse Torres30 Jesse Torres30 Newcomer
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#1129 ·
I'm 9 weeks pregnant and my doctor just told me yesterday that I tested positive for Chlamydia. But looking back at my results from four months ago, it says: Chlamydia trachom. DNA- negative
How on earth can it be positive now??
dustydrifter14 dustydrifter14 Newcomer
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#1130 ·
Greetings, everyone!
I have a quick question regarding my recent blood work.
Essentially, my complete blood count looks fine for the most part, but my white blood cell count is elevated.
To be honest, I don't feel any pain at all, nor am I experiencing any symptoms like inflammation or anything of that nature.
At least, none that I can detect.
So, I feel absolutely fine.
The only thing is, just about a week ago, I finished a course of treatment for a skin infection. It was treated with corticosteroids, though nothing taken orally—just a topical cream.
I’m really not sure if that could be what's causing this or not.
You can check out the results right here:

LINK

Thank you SO much!
Joshua Myers10 Joshua Myers10 Newcomer
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#1131 ·
Blood work results:

GGT 1050
AST 220
ALT 120

hemoglobin 130
bilirubin 60

Everything else on the panel seems to be within the normal range. I'm a 50-year-old guy, and I don't drink, smoke, or use drugs.
(I guess Google keeps telling me these numbers are caused by all those things, though.)
ruggedtinker8 ruggedtinker8 Newcomer
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#1132 ·
I'm trying to wrap my head around what a blood panel might suggest when iron levels are hitting the upper limit or even slightly above average,
along with high erythrocyte and lymphocyte counts,
while neutrophils are sitting at an absolute floor and white blood cell counts are crashing way below the normal range,
???
And then there’s a really high fever on top of everything else.
This isn't my own lab work, but I'm curious—what kind of big picture does this point toward?
Thanks 🙂
William Chase7 William Chase7 Newcomer
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#1133 ·
Hey everyone!

Can someone help me make sense of these VEP results? Like, what am I actually looking at here—is everything totally fine, or should I be worried about some issues?

We went ahead and stimulated every single eye using structured light patterns from a chessboard covering the entire field of vision.
We caught the responses just above the primary visible area.
The readings are showing organized evoked responses all along the left side, while on the right, we’re looking at decent amplitude but with some borderline latency issues.
The results are right on the edge, leaning towards the high side...

So, I got sent in for a VEP scan because my field of vision was acting totally wonky. Everything else at the eye doctor came back completely fine, though. Just waiting on this one test now!
I’ve been on both Resochin and Arav for my RA, but they pulled Resochin off the market about two months ago. Since then, things have gone south fast—my field of vision in both eyes is messed up, especially the right one. It’s showing some major retinal and nasal sensitivity drops. Total nightmare.
I had to rush to the neurologist, and they diagnosed me with ataxia. Basically, my hand coordination is totally shot—I'm struggling just to grab stuff or reach out—plus I'm stumbling way more when I try to walk with my eyes closed. It’s a mess.
Just got my MRI results back. The doctor found 6 tiny lesions on the left side, plus 3 larger ones and 3 smaller ones on the right. They called them UBO lesions—basically white matter spots. Everything else looked totally fine, except for some inflammation in my sinuses and the bone behind my ear.
The MRI on my spine didn't show any lesions like demyelination or anything. They were originally worried about a brain tumor or maybe MS, but they already ruled out the tumor part—still waiting to see if it's the MS thing.
So, the scan came back and man, it’s a lot. It showed a flattened lordosis, spondylosis, osteoarthritis, and some early-stage osteoporosis. Plus, there's a whole bunch of pressure points and hemangiomas hitting the nerve endings, and even some fractures in the first two ribs. Honestly, if you want the full breakdown, I can type out every single detail because this report is absolutely massive.

So, I'm 41, and man, things got weird with my vision for a bit. It was super sketchy—my sight would just get blurry and lose focus out of nowhere. Everything started closing in on me, like my field of vision was shrinking, and I had this constant, heavy pressure behind my eyes and in my head. To make matters worse, I completely lost my sense of depth and height, and I couldn't even look around properly. I felt totally off-balance too, like I was about to just tip over and fall face-first. It went on for a while, but then I was prescribed Medrol, and after running one more round of tests, everything has finally settled down.
My neurologist already ruled out vasculitis and a stroke, so now we're looking at optic neuritis. Honestly, it feels like just the opening act for MS.
My joints are killing me, they're swollen, and I’m constantly losing feeling in my hands. Plus, that weakness in my arms and legs? It's always there. It just won't quit.
Lately, I've been getting these crazy tingles—it feels like a sudden jolt of electricity shooting through my fingers and palms. It’s wild. Then my feet go numb, specifically the bottom part, and my legs just start tingling out of nowhere. To top it all off, sometimes my lip or the left side of my lower face starts acting up too. Seriously weird stuff.
So, my rheumatologist basically told me I need to go see a neurologist for MS. She’s convinced that all these issues I've been having are actually neurological at their core. My GP is playing it safe, though—she thinks the MRI results don't necessarily scream multiple sclerosis, but we'll know for sure once the VEP comes back.

My doctor is out of the office right now, and I am seriously losing my mind waiting until July to see the neurologist! Can someone here please help me make sense of this VEP result? Should I be freaking out about this description? Also, do I need to see the actual data tables with all those specific numbers they used to reach this conclusion?

Please get back to me ASAP! And sorry if I missed anything—I honestly thought I covered all the basics, but my bad!

Yeah, so my blood work looks okay for the most part, except for those liver enzymes that keep spiking on me. My CRP has actually settled down lately, which is a relief, but my total protein levels came back low. Everything else—every single antibody you can think of—is coming up negative.
My Albumin levels are down, and my Alpha and IgG are looking pretty low too.

I’m really hoping this covers enough ground to explain how VEP fits right into everything else I've mentioned...

Thanks in advance!
Nicholas Myers Nicholas Myers Active Member
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#1134 ·
Kate Ward40 said:shows the following:
urine culture aerobic - microbiological analysis result: physiological flora 10^2 CFU/ml
(...)
leukocyte esterase 100 ref.int. b>
microscopic examination of urine sediment:
leukocytes 12-14 ref.int. 0-2
squamous epithelial cells 15-20 ref.int. 0-1
bacteria trace ref.int. 0

Just to note, the urine culture was done the same morning I gave my sample at the clinic, meaning that first morning urine was the one analyzed by microbiology, and after that, I went to get blood drawn and provided another urine sample at the lab...
Is this result normal, or should I be worried about something? My follow-up appointment isn't for another two and a half weeks, and I'd rather not spend all that time stressing over whether everything is okay. Please let me know. 🙂
Best regards!!![/I]







Hello,

The urine culture results can be considered normal. The bacteria found are simply part of the physiological flora from the lower urinary tract and skin. The question is whether you provided a midstream sample rather than the initial stream; those specific bacteria often show up if the first bit of urine is caught.

Leukocytes (inflammatory cells) were found in the urine sediment, which explains why the leukocyte esterase test came back positive. A positive result indicates the presence of leukocytes, which can signal an infection, but they can also appear for other reasons. During pregnancy, they sometimes show up because the urine mixes with vaginal secretions during collection—meaning they are actually leukocytes from the vagina, not the urinary system.

Your OB-GYN will guide you on the next steps. It would be wise to repeat the urine sediment and dipstick test, but be careful with how you collect the sample (cleanse first, use midstream, ensure urine doesn't mix with vaginal discharge or touch the skin). I don't think there's any reason to panic.

Best regards. 🙂
Quote:
Jesse Torres30 says:
[I]I'm 9 months pregnant and yesterday my doctor told me I have Chlamydia, but the test from 4 months ago said: Chlamydia trachomatis DNA - negative
How can it be positive now??
Hello,

It is possible the previous test was a false negative (you had Chlamydia, but the test didn't catch it) or you may have been infected since then.

A positive test suggests a high probability of infection, whereas a negative test does not entirely rule out an infection.

In very rare instances, a false positive can occur.

Best regards. 🙂
dustydrifter14 said:Hi everyone.
I have a question regarding my blood work.
My complete blood count looks fine overall, except for elevated white blood cell counts.
I am not experiencing any pain or symptoms like inflammation.
At least, nothing I can detect.
I feel perfectly fine.
The only thing is, I just finished a course of treatment for a skin infection a week ago. It was treated with topical corticosteroids—just a cream, nothing oral.
I'm wondering if there's a connection here.
You can view the results here:

LINK

Thanks a lot!

It’s hard to pinpoint why the white blood cell count is high. It's unlikely to be caused by the skin issue itself, nor the steroid cream. Though, it is worth noting that when high doses of topical corticosteroids are used over long periods, systemic effects have been documented in children, one of which includes an increase in white blood cell counts.

With unexpected results like this, you should retest the white blood cell count in 2 to 4 weeks to monitor the trend. Most likely, the next round will come back completely normal.

Best regards. 🙂
Nicholas Myers Nicholas Myers Active Member
163 messages
joined Jan 2012
#1135 ·
Joshua Myers10 said:Blood work results:

GGT at 1050. That’s a massive spike. Definitely worth looking into.
AST at 220. Significant elevation.
ALT 120

Hemoglobin at 130.
Bilirubin at 60. Not exactly where you want to be.

All other blood work values fall within the normal range. 50-year-old male. No alcohol, no smoking, no drug use.
Google suggests these kinds of results are just the fallout from stuff like that.

The results definitely point toward liver damage. As for the "why," the data alone doesn't give us a clear answer. There are countless reasons for liver issues—it isn't always just alcohol or medication. Further testing is necessary. You’ll need to take these findings to a hepatologist or a gastroenterologist to figure out the next steps.
ruggedtinker8 Asks:
What could an elevated iron level—either significantly above average or sitting right at the upper limit of the reference range—actually indicate?
Similarly, there are elevated levels of erythrocytes and lymphocytes.
Neutrophils are at rock bottom, and white blood cell counts have plummeted well below the lower limit of the reference range.
???
And on top of all that, there's a really high Temperature.
This isn't my own blood work, but I'm curious—what kind of big picture might these results point toward?
Thanks. 🙂

It’s tough to make sense of anything without hard numbers, the full lab report, and a complete medical history.
Kate Ward40 Kate Ward40 Newcomer
2 messages
joined May 2014
#1136 ·
Thanks a million!!!
Chloe Lewis83 Chloe Lewis83 Newcomer
6 messages
joined May 2014
#1137 ·
Could someone please take a look at these latest blood results and tell me what you think?

(S)tTG- IgA Tissue Transglutaminase Antibodies-IgA... 0.5 (0-10)
(S)AGA-IgG Gliadin Antibodies-IgG... 12.1 H (0-12)

On a side note, I’ve been dealing with this relentless skin itching that hits at all hours, leaving behind these tiny little abrasions once I start scratching. My doctor suspects this might just be another symptom of Celiac disease.😢

Thanks!
ruggedpanther32 ruggedpanther32 Newcomer
1 message
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#1138 ·
I really need some help here... This is actually the second time I’ve done a 24-hour urine collection, and both times my protein levels and creatinine ratio have come back elevated. My protein is at 0.85—when the normal range is supposed to be 0.0 to 0.15—and my creatinine ratio hit 208, which is well over the upper limit of 177. Two months ago, the protein was 0.78 and the ratio was 180. Everything else is sitting perfectly within the normal ranges. My nephrologist told me not to bother reaching out until the protein levels climb above 3.0, but honestly, this is still weighing on me—especially since I’ve been feeling this sharp, stinging sensation in my kidney area lately, mostly when I'm sitting for long periods. What do these elevated numbers actually mean? I’m still waiting on the results for some autoimmune disease testing, but I’m really hoping everything comes back negative.
Andrew Cruz43 Andrew Cruz43 Newcomer
1 message
joined May 2014
#1139 ·
I need some input here. A few nights ago, I got hit with these nasty, sharp pains right around my right kidney area and the right side of my stomach—kind of shaped like a horseshoe... plus nausea. It all cleared up by 11 AM the next morning, though I can't rule out that my back was aching at the same time too.
Today I went and got my liver enzyme levels checked—ALT, AST, Bilirubin, and GGT—because besides that episode I mentioned, I've been dealing with this intermittent discomfort and these dull aches on my right side.
Here’s what came back:

AST - 40
ALT - 95
GGT - 96
Bilirubin - 20.8

So, looking at this, AST is just slightly over the limit, but the other two are nearly doubled, even though Bilirubin is sitting within the normal range. I haven't seen a doctor yet or gone in for an ultrasound, which I definitely need to do pretty soon.
Now, full disclosure... I'm a drinker. For the last 3 or 4 years, I've been averaging about 4 large beers OR 0.3L of hard liquor every single day, maybe taking a break for half a week or a full week once a month.
Leading up to these tests, I hadn't touched alcohol for about 10 days, maybe just had 1 or 2 beers, and I ate about 7 and a half hours before the blood draw (not sure if that matters...).

My test for Helicobacter pylori came back positive, which probably explains the stomach discomfort and the nausea.

I was wondering if anyone could help me make sense of this. What could be driving these high numbers? Is it just the booze catching up to me, or something else? And what should my next move be?
Jason Grant85 Jason Grant85 Member
22 messages
joined May 2017
#1140 ·
I won't start a whole new thread since this is really more about diagnostic procedures, so I figured I'd just ask here. Does surgical staff in our hospitals always use gauze sponges with RTG detectable fibers? We’re currently dealing with a bit of a nightmare—there's a suspicion that a sponge was accidentally left inside my sister after her C-section. To make matters worse, the doctors can't seem to agree on anything—one OBGYN claims they can see it clearly on an ultrasound, another is insisting we get an MRI, and then a third one tells us it won't show up on either ultrasound or MRI, only on an X-ray... honestly, it feels like everyone is losing their minds. 😢Thanks in advance!

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