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- 35 Years
- 01/04/2021
What is the rarest blood type?
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AB negative
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Consult a Haematologist
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View allI'm trying to understand my lab report and I've got some questions. It's mentioned as "Remarks ALERT," and says something about "Predominantly normocytic normochromic with macrocytes and ovalocytes." Can you help me make sense of that? My Hemoglobin is at 12.8, MCV is 109.9 fL, MCH is 33.2 pg, MCHC is 30.3 gdL, RDW-SD is 59.3 fL, and RDW-CV is 14.4. Is there something I should be concerned about? What do these terms mean in terms of my health?
The report indicates that your red blood cells are mostly normal in size and color (normocytic, normochromic), but there are also some abnormally large (macrocytes) and oval-shaped cells present. This could suggest a possible vitamin deficiency or other underlying condition. Your hemoglobin level is normal, but the high MCV (mean corpuscular volume) may point to macrocytosis. Its a good idea to follow up with your doctor to understand the cause.
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I've been having problems with sleep disorders and noticed my skin's looking pretty pale. My doctor suggested I get a CBC, and while my hemoglobin is usually around 11, it dropped to 7.4 this time. The doctor couldn't believe the CBC report and asked me to redo it. The next morning, it went down to 7 with platelets at 629. I also had an abdomen pelvis ultrasound, but everything came back normal. Now, doctors keep passing me off to someone else. What could be going on?
Balance Issues and Cognitive Concerns _Balance Issues_ 1. _Romberg's test_: Your symptoms are consistent with a positive Romberg's test, indicating a potential balance or proprioception (body awareness) issue. 2. _Vestibular system_: The vestibular system, responsible for balance, might be affected. 3. _Not necessarily a serious disorder_: Balance issues can be caused by various factors, including inner ear problems, neurological conditions, or even simple factors like poor eyesight or lack of practice. _Cognitive Concerns_ 1. _Mild cognitive impairment_: Your difficulties with concentration and memory recall might indicate mild cognitive impairment. 2. _Possible causes_: Various factors can contribute to cognitive decline, including stress, sleep deprivation, depression, or underlying medical conditions. _Recommended Next Steps_ 1. _Consult a neurologist_: Schedule an appointment with a neurologist to evaluate your balance issues and cognitive concerns. 2. _Comprehensive examination_: Undergo a comprehensive examination, including balance tests, cognitive assessments, and potentially, imaging studies (e.g., MRI). 3. _Address underlying causes_: Once the underlying causes are identified, your neurologist can recommend appropriate treatments or lifestyle modifications.
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Hey, I just got my CBC results and I'm a bit confused about what they mean. My haemoglobin is 15.9 gdL, and my total WBC count is 7550. The breakdown is Neutrophils at 72, Lymphocytes at 22, Monocytes at 4, Eosinophils at 2, and Basophils at 0. My RBC count is 6.01, and the HCT is 51.7. The MCV is 86.0 fl, MCH 26.5 pg, and MCHC 30.8 gdL, with RDW at 14.3. Platelet count came out to 285. The remarks said "Normocytic Normochromic blood picture." Can you help me understand if everythings okay or if theres anything I need to be worried about?
Everything is within normal range no significant abnormality noted.
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