Worrisome: This is not an uncommon level for the presenting lab work of a new diabetic. It will guide the treating docs to make certain adjustments in fluid treatments and Insulin dosing, usually by continuous drip. After a few days of close monitoring the work shifts to diabetic education.If this happens to a known diabetic, some work on complying with treatment is in order.
Answered 6/25/2014
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