Question 1

Low hemoglobin 9.7, hematocrit 30.7, mch24.9, platelets 419, uibc 390, iron , serum 17 iron saturation 4% what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

One with the above numbers has iron deficiency anemia. C doc, who'll ask questions in order to narrow down causes, then probably refer you for endoscopy, colonoscopy, +/-ct abd/pelvis, or +/- gyn, or +/- heme/onc depending on symptoms/ clinical findings, and most suspected cause for blood loss.  This does not require emergency room visit, unless one is having acute blood loss(ex.Lo bp, black stool).

Question 2

What does it mean when your ferritin is 944 (high), iron sat 9 (low), iron 27 (borderline low), tibc 316 (normal); hemoglobin/hematocrit 9.7/29.2 (low), rbc 3.17 (low), platelets 534 (high)? my haptoglobin was also high, retic count high but ldh low?

Accepted Answer

All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that,your data suggests inflammation and iron deficiency. The high ferritin is a marker for inflammation as is high platelet count, Wish you good health!

Question 3

Can this be cll? rbc 3.97 low- mean platelet volumes 7.2 low, ly 46.8 high, hct 36.5 low, dna abs double stranded abnormal 5 iu/ml, low iron, low vitd

Accepted Answer

Your lymphocyte count is extremely high. Please see your doctor and have a hematologic (blood) workup performed. A flow cytometry evaluation of your blood would help.

Question 4

I have low hemoglobin/hematocrit but my iron levels are ok. why?

Accepted Answer

Iron deficiency is only one of many factors that can cause anemia ( low level of hemoglobin/hematocrit). Deficiency in other nutrient like vit b12, folate, (folic acid) or anemia due to other chronic inflammation/disease, destruction of the red blood cells, drug induced, bone marrow failure, bleeding, other red blood cell disorders etc can cause anemia as well. See you doctor and have further evaluation.

Question 5

I have low hemoglobin/hematocrit but my iron levels are that of a healthy person; a liver problem?

Accepted Answer

The list of things that can cause anemia is too long to list here, but it includes many other things besides iron deficiency. It is important that you undergo evaluation by a hematologist in order to receive the correct diagnosis and determine the appropriate therapy.

Question 6

Ferritin, hematocrit, hglobin normal. hematocrit 44. will iron increase it? serum iron low. rbc count normal and above.

Accepted Answer

This is almost certainly the right hematocrit for your body. No "pop" remedy is going to increase it; if you are seeking to raise it artificially for an athletic competition, you'll have to ask elsewhere. Loading up on iron is likely to make you sick, both acutely (upset stomach) and long-term (iron-overload still kills plenty of men).

Question 7

Hi i recently had lab work done & my rbc is 3.25,my hemoglobin  is 9.5 and my hematocrit is 30.1. my a1c is also 4.0, iron normal what could this mean

Accepted Answer

All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that,  You are anemic and that requires investigation. What do you mean by normal iron. In menstruating women iron deficiency is the commonest cause of anemia. It would be prudent to consult your doctor to ascertain the cause of anemia and treat the cause.

Question 8

How do u treat low hemoglobin(12.6)? is this anemia? take iron&if so how much? i read iron is no good 4 u. rbc: 4.17, hematocrit: 37.4, high rdw: 15.

Accepted Answer

12.6 hemoglobin with a 37.4 hematocrit may be normal for you.  This would depend on your prior results and your hemoglobin type--sickle trait patients may have these numbers and be perfectly fine.  Is there any history of blood in stools or urine?
Too much iron is not good, but appropriate doses for some conditions as recommended by your doctor would be helpful when  prescribed.  Good luck.

Question 9

How quickly will anemia from low iron damage the heart?  hemoglobin is 9.7, hematocrit 31.3.  normal 11mos ago, but is it too late?  35 yrs old.

Accepted Answer

You just need to supplement back the iron. This hemoglobin level is low, but I expect you to recover fully. Once you take the iron supplements, check back with your doctor for repeat labs to confirm your good health. Then you will see.  You have your young age and relative good health that will help you pull through this time.

Question 10

What can cause a high ft4 (4.85 ng/dl) a low hematocrit (38.7%) and a low total iron binding capacity (277 ug/dl) on a blood test?  rest of test in normal limits.

Accepted Answer

A patient should talk with his ordering doctor, because his doctor is the person who knows what the lab results are, why the tests were ordered, what the results mean, whether or not anything needs to be done, etc...  Anyway, an elevated FT4 thyroid hormone usually means hyperthyroid symptoms. His doctor may order more tests to find out why the thyroid is overactive (increasing one's metabolism).

If your hematocrit is low does that mean iron is low

Low hemoglobin 9.7, hematocrit 30.7, mch24.9, platelets 419, uibc 390, iron , serum 17 iron saturation 4% what does this mean?

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What does it mean when your ferritin is 944 (high), iron sat 9 (low), iron 27 (borderline low), tibc 316 (normal); hemoglobin/hematocrit 9.7/29.2 (low), rbc 3.17 (low), platelets 534 (high)? my haptoglobin was also high, retic count high but ldh low?

Can this be cll? rbc 3.97 low- mean platelet volumes 7.2 low, ly 46.8 high, hct 36.5 low, dna abs double stranded abnormal 5 iu/ml, low iron, low vitd

I have low hemoglobin/hematocrit but my iron levels are ok. why?

I have low hemoglobin/hematocrit but my iron levels are that of a healthy person; a liver problem?

Ferritin, hematocrit, hglobin normal. hematocrit 44. will iron increase it? serum iron low. rbc count normal and above.

Hi i recently had lab work done & my rbc is 3.25,my hemoglobin is 9.5 and my hematocrit is 30.1. my a1c is also 4.0, iron normal what could this mean

How do u treat low hemoglobin(12.6)? is this anemia? take iron&if so how much? i read iron is no good 4 u. rbc: 4.17, hematocrit: 37.4, high rdw: 15.

How quickly will anemia from low iron damage the heart? hemoglobin is 9.7, hematocrit 31.3. normal 11mos ago, but is it too late? 35 yrs old.

What can cause a high ft4 (4.85 ng/dl) a low hematocrit (38.7%) and a low total iron binding capacity (277 ug/dl) on a blood test? rest of test in normal limits.

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