Interpretation of hepatitis b serologic test results hepatitis b serologic testing involves measurement of several hepatitis b virus hbvspeci. Aug 10, 2015 topic in focus interpretation of thyroid function tests cmi. Is the interpretation for coagulation testing rarely needed. Labcorp patient tm portal allows you to view, download and print your labcorp test results, and provides tools to pay your bill online and schedule appointments. Waterville, me 04903788 winslow, me 04901 interpretation of results national secondary drinking water regulations the below information is taken directly from the environmental protection agencys epas national secondary drinking water regulations nsdwr complete table.
This book should be of help to nursing in understanding some of the more common tests which are conducted. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Trimesterwise cutoff for tsh iuml pregnancy, first trimester 2. Wallachs interpretation of diagnostic tests 9th edition pdf. Because pathologists do not get paid for this activity and most do not have the content knowledge to be effective in advising fellow doctors about clinical laboratory test selection and result interpretation. Academy of acute care physical therapy american physical therapy association task force on lab values took on the mission of updating the laboratory values interpretation resource to better accommodate practitioners needs. Hb a same as hb a1, hb a2, hb s, hb c, and hb f are routinely checked, but the laboratory may change the medium or its ph to expand the range of the test. Interpretation of hepatitis b serologic test results. Interpretation of the full blood count red blood cells constituents of the red cell count haemoglobin hb. This document provides guidance to laboratories on how to interpret test results using available fdaapproved hcv qualitative and quantitative rna tests. As already indicated in the preceding chapter, data is interpreted in a descriptive form. The results of laboratory tests affect many of the decisions a doctor makes about a persons health care, including whether additional tests are necessary, developing a treatment plan, or monitoring a persons response to treatment.
Jun 24, 1989 full text full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Therefore, it provides more specific information about a patients immune system than the wbc count alone. The test results will be used to assist the healthcare team your doctor, nurses, and others in evaluating your kidney function and developing your. Hypoglycemia, liver disease, adrenal insufficiency, excess insulin.
If youre like most of my patients, youve probably looked over the alphabet soup of acronyms and abbreviations in your blood test results and wondered what it all means. It provides fundamentals of interpreting lab test results not only for pharmacy students, but also for practitioners as an aid in assessing patient drugtreatment responses. Define the normal range of laboratory values for components of a complete blood. In general, laboratory test results must be interpreted in the context of the overall health of the patient and are considered along with the results of other examinations, tests, and procedures. Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 460k, or click on a page image below to browse page by page. Most of the causes of abnormal phosphate levels are the same as that causing abnormal calcium levels.
Feb 26, 2009 this edition of basic skills in interpreting laboratory data, 4th edition is a casebased learning tool that will enhance your skills in clinical lab test interpretation. Depending on the laboratory platform, assessment of iron studies includes measurement of. Widmanns bridges the relevant physiology and pathophysiology over to the clinical tests. Waterville, me 04903788 winslow, me 04901 interpretation. Interpretation of soil test results s oil tests provide homeowners and growers with guidelines for both efficient and environmentally sound use of fertilizers, lime and other soil amendments. Results in seconds to minutes often performed in emergency departments or ambulatory clinics that do not have a micro lab available associated with false negatives use caution if a negative dipstick test results in a patient with symptoms of a uti dipstick is specific, but not very sensitive sensitivity related to bacterial load. It is very important, therefore, that the laboratory tests themselves are trustworthy and that the laboratory that performs the tests meets rigorous state and. So to empower my readers, here is a simplified guide to understanding your blood test results. Your doctor may want you to do the test again or have. Lab work, urine samples and other tests may be given as you undergo diagnosis and treatment for renal failure. Enter your lab test results and and get the result right away. Work closely with your provider to interpret test results and to understand. Lab test results are released to your ordering physician before you can view them online.
Liver damage, hemolysis, billary obstruction alkaline phosphatase normally 25normally 25160 iul160 iul. Inflammation marker panel healthy thyroid panel your results your results test name sedimentation rate within rangecardiac crp 0. Understanding laboratory tests fact sheet national. That means the lab doesnt have a clear yes or no answer based on your sample. This can be the same patients earlier results, if this is possible, or be done by comparing to data from a normal population. Patient education lab values explained satellite healthcare. Hb is the protein which carries oxygen in the blood and, hence, is the most important value to look at. The test results will be used to assist the healthcare team your doctor, nurses, and others in evaluating your kidney function and. Make sure you know the units that are used to measure your blood. Interpretation of results of tests for hepatitis c virus hcv infection and further actions. Neonatal nurse practitioner the ronald mcdonald childrens hospital at loyola university medical center objectives at the end of this lecture, the participant will be able to. Academy of acute care physical therapy apta task force on lab values.
Guidance for laboratories infectious diseases january 2019. Laboratory tests interpretation by nurses reasearch publication continuing education 2001. Different serologic markers or combinations of markers are used to identify different phases of hbv. Recommendations are based on university research and field studies. Guidelines for interpreting hiv testing results developed through consultation between the national and state reference laboratories in australia disclaimer. Free interpretation of the complete blood count cbc with differential, urinalysis ua and other lab tests. Almost immediate very bitter taste indicates the client does not need zinc. Appendix d interpretation of common laboratory values. Jan 11, 2018 in a visual examination, a urine sample is inspected for color, cloudiness, and odor. A client holds a solution of aqueous zinc sulfate in their mouth and tells you if and when they can taste it.
Interpretation of clinical laboratory tests date dka. A collection of data interpretation guides to help you learn how to interpret laboratory and radiology investigations, including abgs, ecgs, cxrs and axrs. Its a good idea to schedule a doctors appointment after undergoing lab work. Laboratory values and interpretation a nurses ultimate. Interpreting chemistry and hematology for adult patients. Uptodate, electronic clinical resource tool for physicians and patients that provides information on adult primary care and internal medicine, allergy and immunology, cardiovascular medicine, emergency medicine, endocrinology and diabetes, family medicine, gastroenterology and hepatology, hematology, infectious diseases, nephrology and hypertension, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, and women. Interpretation of results of tests for hepatitis c virus hcv. At the end of this program, each participant will be able to.
Laboratory tests interpretation nurses learning network. The increased glomerular filtration rate gfr in the kidney in pregnancy results in increased t4 excretion and therefore increased demand on the thyroid to secrete t4. Interpretation of a laboratory result requires that the result can be related to a relevant reference value. How many patients have coronary artery disease and have a stent placed. Values took on the mission of updating the laboratory values interpretation. When interpreting lab results, you should look at phoshate and calcium together. Some can be done right in the office or a nearby lab, so you may have the results that day or the next. Lab values for this course are taken from the rush medical laboratory rush university medical center, 2012. Interpretation of the results of the differential must always be done with the total number of wbcs in mind. Juretschke, phd, rncnpt, apnnnpbc, ccns founderpresident, nicu solutions, inc. Clinical examination a comprehensive collection of clinical examination osce guides that include stepbystep images of key steps, video demonstrations and pdf mark schemes. Basic skills in interpreting laboratory data, 5th edition. Interpretation of individual animal results should be done by the herd veterinarian in conjunction with a thorough consideration of onfarm management practices, herd history for johnes disease and concurrent testing information gathered from several animals in the herd. When hyperkalemia is suspected while awaiting lab test results,a lead ii ekg should be done in order to detect the typical changes including shortened p wave amplitude, increased t wave amplitude, widening of the qrs complex, absence of the p wave with bradycardia, and sine wave complexes.
Describe a rational approach to interpreting laboratory results. Other tests may take days or weeks, especially if they have to be sent to a specific kind of. Different serologic markers or combinations of markers are used to identify different phases of hbv infection and to determine whether a patient has acute or chronic hbv. The wbc differential evaluates the distribution and morphology of white blood cells. Material protected by copyright introduction using laboratory values can be a key piece of assessment to determine what is occurring within the body of a patient. Advising clinicians on laboratory test selection and results. Academy of acute care physical therapy apta task force on. Features of wallachs interpretation of diagnostic tests 9th edition pdf heres a quick overview of the important features of this book.
Lab results can vary depending on whether they measure grams or milligrams, liters or deciliters, and so forth. Lab values and their meanings forward the laboratory services are very pleased to see this report. Detailed listing and description of routine and esoteric tests listed alphabetically, with information on when to order and how to interpret the test results based on evidencebased laboratory medicine. They are also often present in decaying organic matter, topsoil and in surface waters. It should also be noted that some labs may also call phosphate phosphorus. Identify normal chemistry values for the adult patient. Lab test are integral to patient care and depend on cooperation and support of ward staff for accurate and timely interpretation of the results. Topic in focus interpretation of thyroid function tests. Overview iron studies are often ordered in the setting of suspected cases of iron deficiency or iron overload.
Assessment of iron stores is helpful in the patient who presents with non specific symptoms of lethargy. Interpretation of laboratory results acute care testing. The presence of bacteria can also affect its appearance. The task force consisted of physical therapists from across the country in various acute care settings. Remember that there is some variation in ranges based on the laboratory, so be aware of the normal ranges for your facility. Discuss the pros and cons of point ofcare and athome laboratory testing. Understanding laboratory tests fact sheet national cancer. Interpretation of laboratory tests university of washington. Advising clinicians on laboratory test selection and. However, keep in mind that interpreting laboratory tests can often be a complicated task. Results are then compared with those of a normal sample. Interpretation of hepatitis test results december 2016 abbreviations. Consistent with recent or prior syphilis infection. In the latter case, to make use of the test result a reference area for the analysis in question must be.
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