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Hospital cbc showed high hemoglobin(16.3g/dl), hematocrit(48%) & wbc(12.2 th/ul). low pco2(39mmhg). what could cause this? drs said labs looked fine.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
See below: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, if you do not have any symptoms, it would be okay to go with your doctor's advice. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex. Get HPV vaccine.
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