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What should i do when i have a higher trigly and creatinine?

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Dr. Robert Bennett answered

BLOOD WORK: There are several things that can be done for high triglycerides. If the serum creat is elevated it should be re-checked in a well hydrated state prior to further w/u.

Answered 3/10/2014

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