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Blood Tests

Regular blood testing is an important way to know about our physical well-being. Blood tests can be done routinely once a year. Complete blood count, thyroid panel, lipid panel, complete metabolic panel, basic metabolic panel, and enzyme markers are commonly tested.

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My 60-year-old mother has high vitamin B12 levels. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am reaching out regarding my mother's blood tests, which have shown elevated vitamin B12 levels for two consecutive years. She takes no B12 supplements but is on calcium, vitamin D, and Rousvas 20 (cholesterol medication). Could these medications affect her B12 levels? Upon researchi...  Read Full »


Dr. Ayesha Khanum

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Regarding your mother's vitamin B12 levels, it is possible that she is indirectly consuming vitamin B12 through multivitamins, energy drinks, or milk for nutrition. These sources often contain high quantities of vitamin...  Read Full »

I have been diagnosed with non-vascular lipomas. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have had some lipomas for a long time, all of which were checked and confirmed to be non-vascular. However, in the past three to six months, I have noticed a lot more, maybe around 40 or more in total. Some are like round balls, while others are flat. The round ball ones cause sharp b...  Read Full »


Dr. Ruchi Sharma

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I am a radiologist, and I have reviewed the ultrasound images that you uploaded. Based on my observations: There are multiple well-defined hyperechoic lesions in the subcutaneous plane, just below the skin surface at the scanned areas of intere...  Read Full »

I have attached my medical reports. Kindly interpret.

Query: Hello doctor,I am attaching my medical reports. Kindly review them regarding the status of my health.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I can understand your concern. As per the query, I understand you have done an annual check-up to understand and rule out any medical or underlying conditions you may be having. The report (attachments have been removed to protect the patient's privacy) provided see...  Read Full »

Kindly interpret the blood reports taken for fever, sleeplessness and body pain.

Query: Hi doctor,I am writing this letter for my mother-in-law. She is 65-years-old and seems to be healthy. She recently suffered from fever, sleeplessness at night, and body pain and thus visited a doctor (physician). After a physical examination and studying certain blood tests (that he was suggested to...  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your electrophoresis report shows an increased gamma globulin level (attachments removed for patient identity protection). So your doctor might suspect plasma cell dyscrasias, especially multiple myeloma-like conditions. The...  Read Full »

What is the range of hemoglobin and RBC after a C-section?

Query: Hello doctor,My wife gave birth before nine days, and we did a blood test yesterday, and her RBC count was 3.54, hematocrit 33.3, and hemoglobin was 11.4. Is this a normal result considering she just had a C-section?  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. Her hemoglobin level is borderline, and there is only mild anemia. There is no need to worry regarding these results. I suggest you give her a healthy diet like more green leafy vegetables, pumpkin seeds, dried beans, and more fruits. There is no need for any med...  Read Full »

Can Combiflam be used for fever in kids?

Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 10 years old and weighs 55.11 Ibs. She has 102 fever. I am giving her Combiflam syrup one and half teaspoon at four to five hours intervals, but the temperature is still not down. Kindly guide me. What is the dosage of Meftal-P for the same?  Read Full »


Dr. Arpit Varshney

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The cause of fever has to be found out. So, your daughter needs some investigations to be done like CBC (complete blood count) with ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate), LFT (liver function test), KFT (kidney function test), serum electrolytes. Please get these investig...  Read Full »

I am HIV positive. Kindly review my attached blood test reports.

Query: Hello,I am 25 years old and living with HIV. I only have access to ART therapy and my viral load is undetectable however, I took blood tests and they are not looking fine. As well as I lost weight since my infection. I just need someone to take a look at my blood tests and give me advice.Kindly help...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Thank you for reaching out to us for help. Based on the information you provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it is clear that you are concerned about your recent blood test results and weight loss despite being o...  Read Full »

My son, who has ADHD, has high urea levels. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,My son is 5 years old and has ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). He is taking Methylphenidate and some supplements. Recently, he underwent a blood test as advised by the child psychiatrist. Everything is normal, but his blood urea level came in at 44 mg/dL, while his creat...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.A slightly elevated blood urea level may not necessarily indicate a problem, as it can be influenced by various factors. A creatinine level within the normal range is a positive sign. Do not worry too much if your child is active and doing well.Thank you.  Read Full »

I have had a fever for a month. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32 year old woman. I weigh 149.91 Ibs. I am suffering from fever since one month. Almost daily the temperature is ranging from 99 to 101. Especially in the afternoon. I also have a headache along with fever. Both increases together. Also, there is severe pain in the muscles of t...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your primary complaint is a fever, especially during the afternoon hours. Your LFT (liver function test) is revealing transaminitis. Rest of the investigations which you have posted are nor...  Read Full »

I have allergies from a long time. Kindly guide.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 37-year-old male. I have been dealing with allergies for some time now, and I am seeking your expert guidance on effective strategies for managing them. Allergies have been impacting my quality of life, and I am eager to learn more about how to alleviate my symptoms and minimize ...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. Regarding your questions about allergies. Allergy is a reaction that occurs due to the release of histamine by the mast cells in the body and they are types 1 to 5. Specific al...  Read Full »

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