Question 1

what is the blood test to confirm the body can convert plavix to the active form ?

Accepted Answer

: Although plavix is a prodrug converted in the body by an enzyme reaction, I'm unaware of clinicians ordering any blood testing before prescribing it. A pharmacologist may provide more information about plavix for you.

Question 2

can barium effect a blood test results if is done the same day?

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Not usually: Barium is an inert substance used as a contrast media for imaging studies. Specifically, it is used most common in gastrointestinal studies, as it coats the lining of the stomach, esophagus, and colon (among others) and allows for a radiologist to see details. It is not absorbed and is passed through the stool (which will appear white or pale).

Question 3

can an emotional shock effect blood test results? i had my full blood count taken the day after receiving a massive emotional shock and results were abnormal?

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: Well first of all, I don’t know what blood tests you are referring to. But either way, I doubt an acute emotional stressor would affect most lab tests then next day.

Question 4

does food affect your blood test results?

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Yes: Eating before having blood drawn affects the results of glucose, and lipids among other analytes.

Question 5

could a cold/flu affect blood test results?

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Depends on the: blood test. A complete blood count may reflect these viral infections.

Question 6

what does blood test results of 510 plt mean?

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Clotting Factors: This is your platelet count which is the part of the blood that is responsible for clotting and healing wounds.  I would probably have it rechecked in a few weeks to make sure it wasn't a lab error and if not you many need additional testing.

Question 7

what does "rdw" mean when reading blood test results?

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RDW: RDW=red cell distribution width. This is a statistical measure or the degree of variation in sizes of the red cells. It is a useful parameter ini classifying anemias that may otherwise be similar, for example iron deficiency and some thalassemias. But other parameters are more generally useful.

Question 8

how do i access my blood test results from the hospital?

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Blood tests: Hi
Your GP can see them on their screen . You may be able to go to the hospital lab and ask for the report

Question 9

what do blood test results for an anemic person look like?

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Low red blood cells: Anemia is defined as an abnormally low red blood cell number. This is commonly measured as a hematocrit or hemoglobin on a complete blood count (CBC) blood test.

Question 10

can morning after pills cause abnormal blood test results?

Accepted Answer

Plan B ?'s: "Morning after" pills are similar to birth control pills, and contain both estrogen and progesterone analogs, so a day or two later, bleeding may occur due to hormone withdrawal from the "Plan B" pills, but other blood testing is usually not affected.

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