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how do i read my blood test?

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The most important: Numbers are the WBC white blood count the HGB hemoglobin and PLT platelets.  Also the numbers of neuts and lymphs are important which are types of whites.

Question 2

what can a blood test show dr?

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Too vague: There are hundreds of blood tests that show hundreds of different things.  We need to know what blood test specifically you are curious about.

Question 3

what does tc blood test mean ?

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"Total Cholesterol": Medicine has many acronyms. This one is probably "total cholesterol" but could stand for other things.

Question 4

how can i request a blood test?

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Blood tests: Blood tests must be ordered by a healthcare provider.  You would need to see one in order to have any type of blood testing.

Question 5

what does a vap blood test show?

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Blood lipids: In the so called "vap" LDL is measured directly and not calculated from total cholesterol, HDL and triglycerides. However, if your triglycerides are below 400, it does not add value. I would suggest that you stick to a usual fasting blood lipid profile and follow your doctor's advice.

Question 6

could getting a blood test hurt?

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It always hurts: At least a little bit. If it is very painful, there may have been an aberrant nerve twig where the needle went. It's largely dumb luck. Be brave, and think about the benefits of the test to you and those who love you.

Question 7

does tabacco show in a blood test?

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Yes: Presence of nicotine metabolites can be detected in blood. However, routine blood tests do not examine for these chemicals.

Question 8

could it hurt to get a blood test?

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A little: Blood test involves inserting a needle into a vein to get blood and there is a little pain from the needle stick. It is usually temporary. In about 1% of cases a bruise may form at the site of the puncture. The risk can be minimized by keeping pressure on the puncture site for a few minutes.

Question 9

what does a pfa blood test measure?

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Platelet function: This test has essentially replaced bleeding time as a test of ability to stop bleeding after injury. You may consult this site for info on this topic:
http://practical-haemostasis.com/Platelets/platelet_function_testing_pfa100.html
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Question 10

which things can a blood test show?

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Many: If depends on the test done. There are thousands of different blood tests that look for different entities. See this site for more info.
http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/healthlibrary/test_procedures/cardiovascular/blood_test_135, 49/.

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