what does e.s.r 35mm mean in blood test of female normal range20 mm/hr does it mean cold symtoms?
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The sedimentation rate (sed rate) blood test measures how quickly red blood cells (erythrocytes) settle in a test tube in one hour. It is abbreviated ESR.\n\nWhen inflammation is present in the body, certain proteins cause red blood cells to stick together and fall more quickly than normal to the bottom of the tube. The more red cells that fall to the bottom of a special test tube in one hour, the higher the sed rate. These proteins are produced by the liver and the immune system under many abnormal conditions, such as an infection, an autoimmune disease, or cancer. There are many possible causes of an elevated sedimentation rate. For this reason, a sed rate is done with other tests to confirm a diagnosis. Once a diagnosis has been made, a sed rate can be done to help monitor the course of the disease or the effectiveness of treatment.
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agree with 12-14 g/dL\n\na little lower for adult women, and a little higher for adult men, since they don't menstruate.\n\nlower than 10 is anemic, and some people require blood transfusions when they drop below 9.
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yes normal range is 70 to 140!!
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The C is for the overal consentration of the protein.  Like BAC(blood alcohol content)  it is looking for how much of something is in another.\n\nIt is not a new test, but it is a test in the news. CRP, also known as C-Reactive Protein, is a test which measures the concentration in blood serum of a special type of protein produced in the liver that is present during episodes of acute inflammation or infection. In the body, CRP plays the important role of interacting with the complement system, an immunologic defense mechanism.\n\nIt's value is as a general indicator, not specific.\n\nIt must be noted that even in known cases of inflammatory disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, a low CRP level is possible, and is not indicative of no inflammation.\n\nNormally there is no CRP in blood serum. From Lab Tests Online, "a high or increasing amount of CRP in your blood suggests that you have an acute infection or inflammation. Although a result above 1 mg/dL is usually considered high for CRP, most infections and inflammations result in CRP levels above 10 mg/dL".\n\nA positive CRP may be an indicator of several conditions, including:\n\nrheumatoid arthritis \nrheumatic fever \ncancer \ntuberculosis \npneumonia \nheart attack \nlupus\n\nA positive CRP also can be detected during the last half of pregnancy or with the use of oral contraception.\n\nSedimentation Rate\n\nAnother blood test often ordered in conjunction with CRP is known as ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate or sedrate). Both CRP and ESR give similar information about non-specific inflammation. CRP appears and disappears more quickly than changes in ESR. Therefore, your CRP level may drop to normal following successful treatment, whereas ESR may remain elevated for a longer period.\n\nMost recently, CRP has made headlines as it relates to heart disease. New studies indicate CRP may be elevated in heart attacks. It is yet to be determined if CRP serves as a marker of heart disease or whether it plays a part in causing atherosclerotic disease (hardening of the arteries).\n\nThere is also a high sensitivity CRP test (hs-CRP) in addition to the regular CRP test. The hs-CRP measures very low amounts of CRP in the blood and is typically used to assess risk for heart problems.\n\nAs a blood test, CRP is not specific. A high result serves as a general indication of acute inflammation. In cases of inflammatory rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, doctors can utilize the CRP test to assess the effectiveness of a specific arthritis treatment and monitor periods of disease flareup.
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mine is about 55-60...not an athlete but i do a lot of physical labor at work and no Dr has said anything about my heart beat being too low...i believe the lower the better...within reason of course, it means that your heart doesn't have to work as hard to move your blood throughout your body
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it just means your body is different from everyone else, like it should be... if you feel you need to, go ask your doctor... I also am a very cold person, and i am just fine!
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The usual duration of the menstrual cycle is 3-5 days but flows as short as 1 day and as long as 8 days are considered to be within the normal healthy range. The average amount of blood is 30 ml but anything under 80 ml is still considered to be normal.  \nYou could get a measuring cup and measure out 80ml of water to get a better idea of how much blood 80ml is and to better compare that to what you are losing.
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Here are the "normal" values for a CBC (complete blood count).  Of course there are some people that fall outside of these ranges and have no underlying pathology.  They are meant to be a guideline.\n\nRBC (varies with altitude): \n----Male: 4.7 to 6.1 million cells/mcL \n----Female: 4.2 to 5.4 million cells/mcL \nWBC: 4,500 to 10,000 cells/mcL \nHematocrit (varies with altitude): \n----Male: 40.7 to 50.3 % \n----Female: 36.1 to 44.3 % \nHemoglobin (varies with altitude): \n----Male: 13.8 to 17.2 gm/dL \n----Female: 12.1 to 15.1 gm/dL \nMCV: 80 to 95 femtoliter \nMCH: 27 to 31 pg/cell \nMCHC: 32 to 36 gm/dL \n\nUse the links below to find out what these values mean.
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its a substance in the blood often a sign of ovarian tumors. BUT you can have it and not have a tumor.  Good luck!
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No, it means that you are low in iron.  It's proven.  Take a multivitamin or eat some raisins.
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Try here:\n\nhttp://www.fccc.edu/docs/publications/PRN/PRN-news-spring2002-pg5.pdf#search='Cold%20NSS%20side%20effects'
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Generally between 30% and 50% RH is normal and comfortable for the winter. A decent hygrometer / thermometer available at a local discount or department store will give you a fairly accurate reading.
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go to http://www.mymonthlycycles.com and put in your period info and it will calculate when you will be fertile and ovulating.\n\nBasal Body Temperature Chart\n\n\nYour body temperature gives an indication of your body's metabolism the rate in which each cell in the body converts food into energy). A low temperature indicates a sluggish metabolism or "hypo-metabolism"\nMost of the time, low body temperature occurs because the body cannot maintain a normal temperature. Even though the body thermostat may call for more heat.\n\nA number of conditions can be responsible for a [caw body temperature. Low thyroid function may be the cause. Thyroid blood tests are helpful, but they do not always give the information needed for treatment. Other causes include deficiency of vitamins, minerals or calories and chronic allergies.\n\nSince most infections and even cancer can elevate basal body temperatures. A normal reading does not rule out a sluggish metabolism. On the other hand, it is an easily performed procedure which you can do at home and may help an overall management of health. It is up to you to do it right. Please do not use an electric blanket; their body temperature can be artificially elevated.\n\nThe basal body temperature can indicate improvement or lack of progression a treatment. Get to know your body temperature like a friend. Follow your temperature as an index of how well you are doing.\n\nFive Simple Steps\n\n1. Obtain a thermometer to record your body temperature. Before retiring to bed, the night before you do this test, thoroughly shake down the thermometer and place it on your bedside table. To remain in basal state, you should avoid any unnecessary movements when taking your temperature. It should be easily reached with minimum effort in the A.M.\n\n2. Take your temperature first thing in the a.m. upon awakening. The temperature is taken by placing the thermometer snugly in the armpit. It must be kept there for at least 10 min. This must be done by watching the clock to make sure it is a full 10 minutes.\n\n3. Repeat this procedure daily for at least 15 days. As there may be some daily variation, it is best to get a series of readings for more accuracy.\n\n4. Enter each day's temperature on the graph provided by placing a dot on the appropriate spot. Join the dots to make a curve. Make extra sheets to continue the graph if you wish.\n\n5. Enter comments on the graph to indicate days of menstruation if applicable. Such as Ml for the first day, M2 for the second ect. Other notable events may be listed.\n\nIn women, particularly, there may be a variation in temperature during different phases of the menstrual cycle. It is ordinarily slightly higher at mid-cycle during ovulation, (10-13 days prior to an expected period). Reading obtained 2nd, 3d, and 4th day of a menstrual period would most reveal a sub-normal basal body temperature.\n\nIf accurately measured, basal body temperatures, which consistently run below 97.8 degrees. Are highly suggestive of a hypo metabolic state. The normal range is 97.8 to 98.2. Temperatures that vary ' widely from day to day, are indicative of need for thyroid as general rule. This is helpful once treatment is started since dosage is best titrated to the individual to keep it within that range. If it goes over that range and is not due to other causes, a reduction in dosage may be indicated.
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Cold extremeties are most often caused by poor circulation. Try doing light exercise or stretching to get your blood pumping. This can also be a sign of something more serious like hypoglycemia... so if you're having any other unnatural symptoms, talk to your doctor.
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This is the cold and flu season, but that does seem a little excessive. You should speak with your physician about doing a CBC, CMP, SedRate, and ANA to see if there are any abnormalities. These are blood test that are fairly simple to perform and you should have the results quickly. The CBC can help in diagnosing what type of infection you have depending on which WBC's are elevated and the CMP can help to diagnose if you are not getting the proper nutrition. The SedRate and ANA can help to detect inflammatory conditions that may be underlying.
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The cold sweats means fever, which also means that your body is infected (either with bacteria or virus).\n\nCheck out the link below, which my doctor recommended to me. It's got a self-diagnosis tool to help you figure out what you've got.
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White blood cell count (WBC). The number of white blood cells in a volume of blood. Normal range varies slightly between 4,300 and 10,800 cells per cubic millimeter (cmm). This can also be referred to as the leukocyte count and can be expressed in international units as 4.3 - 10.8 x 109 cells per liter. Leukopenia is present when the count falls less than 1000/mm3, the risk of infection increases drastically. LEUKOPENIA IS NEVER NORMAL, can be caused by radiation, anaphylactic shock, systemic lupus erythematosus, and certain chemotherapeutic agents.