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What Does This Blood Report Showing Alkaline Phosphatase Levels Indicate?
I have been having blood work done since July of this year and my regular doctor can t not come up with answers I am wondering if I should ask to be referred to a hematologist. ALK Phos 175, GGT normal, potassium 6.1, hsCRp 26.4 (has been as high as 38.8) bun/creatinine ratio 10.0. I would just like to find out what is wrong so I can feel better. Thank you for any help you can provide.
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Alkaline phosphatase is mildly raised and especially in the elderly it can be higher.
2. CRP levels indicate moderate inflammation.
3. Any specific bone pains, or renal and intestinal problems can give rise to these findings. More history necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Alkaline phosphatase is mildly raised and especially in the elderly it can be higher.
2. CRP levels indicate moderate inflammation.
3. Any specific bone pains, or renal and intestinal problems can give rise to these findings. More history necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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