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Lym% 16.8, lym abs 0.9 and co2 is 34 at yearly blood test. dr didn't bring it up. what do those levels mean? should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

A little low: The carbon dioxide means nothing but your absolute lymphocyte count might be of interest if you have any other signs of illness. It's a number that fluctuates wildly from day to day. If you feel well, ignore it. I trust you are HIV negative or plan to get screened sometime.

Answered 11/19/2016

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A member asked:

Lym% 16.8, lym abs 0.9 and co2 is 34 at yearly blood test. dr didn't bring it up. what do those levels mean? should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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