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Can a hemoglobin test detect nicotine?
No, hemoglobin test cannot detect nicotine
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Is it possible for blood test results to be incorrect?
Yes, though rarely blood tests can also be incorrect.
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Is there any standard for a pathology blood test?
CBC is the most standard blood test conducted in pathology labs
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What are the tests involved in full body checkup?
The most important blood tests are CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1C
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Is a complete blood count (CBC) a blood test?
Yes, complete blood count is a blood test
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What is the meaning of a high MCH in blood test results?
MCH levels over 34 pg are generally considered abnormally high. The most common reason for high MCH is macrocytic anemia, which is a blood disorder in which the body fails to produce enough red blood cells.
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Will drugs show in a blood test?
No, drugs do not show up in normal or routine blood tests.
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What is a 5.8 hemoglobin test?
This test indicates your average blood sugar level for the past 2 to 3 months. In general: Below 5.7% is normal. Between 5.7% and 6.4% is diagnosed as prediabetes. 6.5% or higher on two separate tests indicates diabetes
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Is there a General blood test to check your overall health?
CBC is the most standard blood test recommended by doctors to check overall health. One can also order a full body test from Apollo247 Lab Tests
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Is an anemic blood test the same as an iron blood test?
Iron tests can detect anemia. However, they are measure different substances in the blood to check iron levels in your body.
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What blood tests should I take, to monitor my health?
CBC is the most standard blood test recommended by doctors to check overall health. One can also order a full body test from Apollo247 Lab Tests
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What does the H flag mean on a blood test?
The H flag denotes that the values are higher than normal
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Does nicotine show on a normal blood test?
No, nicotine doesnt show up in the blood test
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What are the most common blood tests in the India?
The most important blood tests are CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1C
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How long after a blood test can I have a recheck on it?
After your blood test you can repeat the test post 6 months. However, if your doctor recommends you to test before 6 months then you must test earlier.
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Are the CBC blood test and blood culture test the same?
No, they are not the same.
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Why do blood tests results vary with different labs?
Blood test results may vary from lab to lab to the caliberation of diffrent machines and reagents.
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What is the best time to take a blood test?
Early morning is preffered to take a lab test.
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How do I convert hemoglobin percentage to mg/dl?
To convert mg/L to mg/g, divide the mg/L by 1000.
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