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Hematology Issue Platelet Count 201K/mm3, A Decrease From 249K/mm3 One Year Prior
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Thu, 7 Sep 2023
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Question for Hematologist.
69 yoa male recent platelet count 201K/mm3, a decrease from 249K/mm3 one year prior. CBC normal/ Metabolic panel normal; A1C 5.7
Meds are aspirin 81mg, Lotrel 10/40, atorvastatin 80mg, metformin 850 bid, zolpidem er 6.25
Opinion on 19% Platelet count drop year over year?
Question for Hematologist.
69 yoa male recent platelet count 201K/mm3, a decrease from 249K/mm3 one year prior. CBC normal/ Metabolic panel normal; A1C 5.7
Meds are aspirin 81mg, Lotrel 10/40, atorvastatin 80mg, metformin 850 bid, zolpidem er 6.25
Opinion on 19% Platelet count drop year over year?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
There is nothing to worry, as long as count is within range, means above 150k/cubicmm.
There could be lab variation, or minor difference is acceptable.
I Hope Your Query is clear now.
Thank You
Please see detailed answer
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
There is nothing to worry, as long as count is within range, means above 150k/cubicmm.
There could be lab variation, or minor difference is acceptable.
I Hope Your Query is clear now.
Thank You
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