Lab results - looking for opinions [PLEASE READ 1ST POST]

The numbers you listed aren't really liver markers. Maybe bilirubin, sure, but elevated lymphocytes usually point toward inflammation or something similar...

Most of the time, my bilirubin stays high—right on the edge or above—even though my other liver tests are totally fine. Since everything else looks good, my doctors told me it’s nothing to worry about and can stay at that level.
Those blood work ranges are basically just averages used as benchmarks.

It's the bilirubin that turns you yellow when you get jaundice.😉

My levels spike whenever I'm stressed out or pushing myself too hard physically. I'm pretty active, so maybe it's just my body reacting to that. For you, it could be something else entirely...

I was just thinking, maybe it wouldn't hurt to run some hepatitis markers just to be safe. It might not be anything major, but seeing that mild lymphocytosis in your differential and those slightly elevated bilirubin levels... well, you know how it goes. It probably wouldn't kill you to head back to the lab for one more quick poke. While you're at it, getting your transaminases checked—you know, AST, ALT, and GGT—might give us a much clearer picture of what's actually going on with your liver function.

My AST is up too—just slightly, but still, it’s at 39 when the upper limit is supposed to be 38!

GGT looks fine, though.

I’m just going to wait until my doctor gets back from vacation before we figure out what’s actually going on. In the meantime, I’m planning to scale back on the workouts—honestly, I’ve been feeling pretty burnt out lately, which might be part of the problem. Plus, there's the Prozac factor; I've been on 20mg, and if my bilirubin levels are naturally a bit higher anyway, combined with everything else, that could definitely explain this current spike...

So, I'll wait for the doc and see. I'm trying my best not to overthink the whole thing, but it's tough...

Thanks for all the input on this—if anyone has anything else to add, please, don't hold back! 👍

Yo, can someone please make sense of this EEG? Is this bad news, some kind of mess, or what... Thanks a ton!!!

The baseline EEG shows a steady, medium-voltage alpha rhythm, averaging about 10 Hz.
Eye-closure blocking response is clearly present.
There’s some bilateral posterior theta activity—mostly in the occipital regions—with similar or slightly higher amplitude, appearing in short bursts.
No obvious asymmetries or paroxysmal activity detected.
No changes noted during US Armed Forces testing.
The EEG is borderline dysrhythmic and slowed.

Look, you don't really have much of a choice here. You’ve gotta sit down with a neurologist who actually knows their stuff to make sense of all this.

It’s fine, I guess, but it doesn't have to be.
A healthy brain typically shows nothing but alpha and beta waves.
Theta and delta waves usually pop up when there's an underlying issue. These are slower waves, and any slowing in an EEG suggests an abnormality—though that doesn't automatically mean someone is sick.

Ultimately, an EEG isn't a diagnostic tool on its own. It’s just one piece of the puzzle used to support things like epilepsy, provided there's other evidence to back it up. An EEG IS NOT SPECIFIC TO A SINGLE DISEASE. So, if there are no symptoms and the neurological exam looks clean, there’s really no reason to panic over this alone.

So, I just got my bloodwork results back and there’s something flagged that's totally throwing me for a loop, so I was wondering if we have any doctors or lab techs hanging out on here who could help me make sense of what S- y GT actually means? The reference range says it should be under 35, but mine is sitting at 63 H 😕 😕 😕 ...

I can't even get a hold of my doctor until next week, and honestly, I'm freaking out a little bit and can't sit still waiting...

Thanks in advance, guys...

So, if I’m reading this right, that yGT abbreviation stands for gamma-glutamyl transferase, which is basically just an enzyme—it's part of that same family as things like SGOT or SGPT. Usually, when those numbers start climbing, doctors look closely at what's going on with your liver, bile ducts, pancreas, or even your kidneys. Seeing that "63 H" on your report just means the value hit above the normal range (that's what the "H" is for). But honestly, you probably didn't just pull that one single number out of thin air, and without seeing the rest of the lab work, it’s impossible for me to give you a straight answer like "this is definitely what's happening." You really need to sit down with your doctor so they can look at the whole picture alongside how you're actually feeling before deciding on next steps.
My take? If you’ve been dealing with any GI issues lately, it’s definitely worth booking an appointment with a specialist.👍

So, here's my take... I actually went in for one of those scans because of some killer headaches. I can't speak for everyone else, but in my experience, seeing those theta waves just means something's up—like, there's an actual reason for the headache, maybe a migraine or something similar. My neurologist basically told me not to sweat it, though.

So, about two or three weeks back, I was dealing with some serious issues with my urinary tract, and man, the pain was just relentless—this sharp, stabbing sensation right in my lower left back and abdomen! I was running a fever hitting around 104°F for a few days too, so they had to get me on some injections, and once I finished the Ceporex and Buscopan, things finally started to settle down...

But now? Now I’m sitting here spiraling, wondering if that irregularity I noticed actually has something to do with that whole infection... 😕 😕 😕

Like I mentioned before, it’s pretty tough to call this without being there, so you really should lean on your doctor since they know your history best.
Are we talking about a sudden UTI flare-up, or is this something that keeps happening to you? Have you dealt with kidney stones or noticed any blood in your urine lately?
I know I might sound like I'm lecturing you again, but if it's a urology issue, you need a urologist—or maybe a nephrologist depending on the specifics. They are truly the experts when it comes to getting a solid diagnosis, so please don't feel awkward about asking your primary care doc for a referral to see a specialist.

thanks for all the info...

So, just to give you some context, I’m currently a student over at NYU, and because my exam schedule is absolutely brutal right now, there's zero chance I can head back home to see my regular doctor for some tests... which is why I ended up posting this whole thing on the forum in the first place...

In the past, I’ve dealt with some minor urinary issues that I could usually just knock back with some cranberry supplements or herbal tea. But this time? Man, it was nasty... I spent an entire week struggling just to pee, and then, right after that, I started getting this killer pain shooting through the left side of my lower back...
The back pain has finally settled down, but the trouble with peeing is still hanging around, even if it isn't quite as intense as it was during that peak misery phase...

Anyway, thanks again!👋

I would be super grateful if someone could help me make sense of these lab results:

MCV 80.8 (83-97.2)
PLT 447 (158-424)
ALT 124 (10-36)
AST 55 (8-30)
GGT 73 (9-35)
triglycerides 1.82 (0-1.7)

Everything else looks normal.

Your MCV (mean corpuscular volume) is at 80.8, which is slightly below the normal range of 83–97.2.

Your PLT (rheumatoid factor) came back at 447, which is a bit high compared to the standard 158–424.

Your ALT (alanine aminotransferase), an important marker for assessing liver function, is quite elevated at 124 (normal is 10–36).

Your AST (aspartate aminotransferase), also used to evaluate liver health, is notably high at 55 (standard is 8–30).

Regarding GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase), which indicates microsomal enzyme activity in liver cells,
your level is 73, which is significantly above the 9–35 range.

Your TRIGLYCERIDES—the fats made up of fatty acids—are high at 1.82 (normal is 0–1.7).

I’m not a doctor, but looking at this as a layman, it seems like you have high blood lipids and your liver isn't exactly in great shape right now.
You'll need to cut back on fatty foods and completely overhaul your diet if you want to see improvement. Getting more active and similar lifestyle changes are key. Any doctor will tell you the same thing.👍

In this context, we're really just looking at peripheral stuff here.

But those liver function tests—specifically the AST and ALT levels—they aren't necessarily ringing any massive alarm bells on their own.

So, what does it actually mean? Honestly, you can't even begin to guess what's going on based solely on these few numbers.

To give these figures any real meaning or to pin down an actual cause, we’d need a much deeper dive into the patient's full medical history.

PLT refers to platelets, not rheumatoid factor—they're a bit high, sure, but honestly, who cares? Tons of people walk around with elevated levels and it doesn't mean a thing.
Your liver enzymes are all through the roof too (ALT, AST, GGT), so you really ought to get tested for Hepatitis and schedule an abdominal ultrasound.
As for everything else, there's just way too little info here to go on.
Oh, and your triglycerides are up as well. What's your cholesterol looking like?

balila said:I would be extremely grateful if someone could explain these lab results to me:

MCV 80.8 (83-97.2)
PLT 447 (158-424)
ALT 124 (10-36)
AST 55 (8-30)
GGT 73 (9-35)
triglycerides 1.82 (0-1.7)

Everything else is within range.

Those elevated liver enzymes often pop up in women taking birth control pills. If you aren't on any hormonal contraceptives, go see your doctor and ask for a hepatitis panel.
Also, cut back on the soda and alcohol (hopefully you aren't a heavy drinker 😁 )

I would strongly suggest getting those tests redone. You might want to try a different lab altogether just to be sure; if the levels still come back high, then we’re clearly looking at some kind of liver dysfunction. It would also be a good idea to schedule an abdominal ultrasound.
If those markers remain elevated, further diagnostic testing will definitely be necessary.
It’s worth reflecting on whether you've ever received a blood transfusion or any blood products. Have you ever had any body piercings, undergone a medical abortion, or perhaps had a casual encounter with a partner whose health status regarding STIs was uncertain? Additionally, consider if there has ever been any history of intravenous drug use.
All of these could potentially be risk factors for Hepatitis B or C.
Given your full medical history and these current hematology and biochemistry results, your doctor will likely refer you to a specialist for a much more thorough evaluation.
Best regards!

Hey everyone!

I’m dealing with a major issue. I noticed some blood clots in my urine today, along with a lot of pain when I go. It was only a few drops, but I constantly feel like I have to pee.
I headed over to the urgent care clinic near my house to drop off a sample, and here are the results:

Protein: slight trace.
3-5 washed erythrocytes
2-4 fresh erythrocytes
5-8 leukocytes, some squamous epithelium, and bacteria.

Can anyone help me make sense of this? I know they haven't isolated the specific bacteria yet—I'll have to head to the hospital for that—but what does all this stuff about erythrocytes, protein, and epithelium actually mean?
If anyone knows, any help would be greatly appreciated.🙏

I honestly don't know if I can make it until tomorrow afternoon when I see my doctor. The pain is so bad I just want to sit down and cry.

You’ve got some kind of infection, probably a UTI, unless it’s already moved up. Get to a doctor immediately tomorrow!