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What type of haematology tests are involved in polycystic kidney disease?
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Routine: Pckd is a genetic disorder that results in architectural cysts within the kidney. Routine labs to look at hemoglobin level, basic chemistries and urinalysis are preformed. An ultrasound or ct scan can help with characterizing cysts.
Answered 5/28/2013
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Blood testing PKD: In PKD, one should track hemoglobin, hematocrit, BUN, creatinine, potassium, bicarbonate, (sodium bicarbonate) phosphate, calcium, parathyroid hormone, and iron.
Answered 8/7/2014
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