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MCH Blood Test: What Low or High Levels Mean

A Mean Corpuscular Hemoblobin (MCH) is a blood test that measures the average amount of hemoglobin in a blood cell. It is done by adding a reagent to a blood specimen and assessing the color it produces. Low or high levels may be a sign of another health condition. Learn more about what can cause a low MCH or high MCG.

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Immunoglobulin E (IgE): Normal Ranges & What High Levels Mean

Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is a protein that can be identified in high concentrations in the blood as a response to allergies. Learn more about what the IgE test is ordered for, what high immunoglobulin E levels can mean, and how this blood tes.

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Bacteria in Urine: What Results Mean & Common Causes

Bacteria in urine frequently occurs due to incorrect collection of the urine, resulting in contamination of the specimen. It may also be a sign of a UTI or tuberculosis, especially if bacteria is observed in high quantities. Learn more about what results mean and what causes bacteria in the urine.

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Nitrites in Urine: What It Means & How to Treat

Nitrites in the urine may be a sign of a urinary infection and should be treated as indicated by your doctor. Learn more about why nitrites appear in the urine, how they are tested and how to treat it.

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RDW Blood Test: Low and High levels & Why It’s Ordered

The RDW blood test looks at variations in size between red blood cells. It is typically ordered as part of a CBC blood test, and can be used to identify different conditions, like anemia and thalassemia. Read about what causes low or high RDW levels and what it is ordered for.

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ESR Blood Test: Normal Ranges & What It Means

An ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) blood test is very useful for detecting inflammation or infections in the body. Learn how ESR is tested, what it is for, and what it means if you have a high ESR or low ESR level .

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Segmented Neutrophils: What High & Low Levels Mean

Segmented neutrophils are the cells that are responsible for defending the body from foreign microorganisms. They are found in higher quantities during an infection, for example, and can become lower with stress. Learn more about what can cause high or low levels, and what the normal value should be.

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GGT Blood Test: What a High or Low Result Means

A GGT blood test is normally ordered to assess for liver injury, like hepatitis or cirrhosis, however it can also be apart of a routine work-up to assess whether the liver is functioning normally. Learn about what a high GGT or low GGT means and what the normal reference range is.

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CPK Test: High or Low Levels & What Results Mean

A CPK test looks at the levels of creatinine phosphokinase in the blood. It is used to evaluate possible damage in the skeletal muscles, heart or brain. Learn about why this test is ordered, what a high or low level means, and the different types of CPK.

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Epithelial Cells in Urine: Types (including Squamous) & Causes

Epithelial cells in the urine are considered to be a normal finding and usually is not of clinical relevance. However too many epithelial cells in the urine can be a sign of a UTI or kidney problem. Learn about what causes epthelial cells t.

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Urobilinogen in Urine: Normal Levels, Causes & Treatment

High levels of urobilinogen in the urine is a symptom of several health conditions, like liver disease and hemolytic anemia, which also cause increased bilirubin levels in the blood. Learn more about what causes this finding and how it is treated.

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Hemoglobin in Urine: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Hemoglobin in the urine occurs when hemoglobin is excreted in the urine due to red blood cell destruction. This gives urine a urine a reddish and transparent color. See what causes hemoglobin in the urine and what to do.

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What Bilirubin in Urine Means: Causes, Symptoms & What to Do

Bilirubin in the urine is usually a sign of a liver problem. This finding should be compared with other test results to reach a diagnosis, which will help to guide appropriate treatment. Learn more about what causes bilirubin in the urine a.

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RBC in Urine: Top 7 Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

RBC in the urine is also known as hematuria. It is usually associated with a kidney problem, but can occur when urine samples are collected during a period or after intense exercise. RBC in the urine will usually cause urine to appear red, pink or cloudy. Learn more about .

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Oily Urine: 5 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Oily urine can occur with dehydration or excess vitamins, as well as other health conditions like ketosis, nephrotic syndrome or chyluria. It is not a normal finding, and should be further examined with testing. Learn about what causes oily urine and what to do to treat It.