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RBA Results
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Keep in mind that you should evaluate the test results with many other factors; such as the patient's condition, previous results, patient's position, and many other factors.

Blood Lab "Normal" Results
Determination Your Result Expected Range Units Test Guide
Determination Expected Range Units

Glucose 70-115 (MG/DL)
Fructosamine 1.2-2.1 (MMOL/L
BUN 5-25 (MG/DL)
Creatinine 0.5-1.5 (MG/DL)
AlkalinePhosphatase 30-115 (U/L)
TotalBilirubin 0.1-1.2 (MG/DL)
AST 0-41 (U/L)
ALT 0-45 (U/L)
GGT 2-65 (U/L)
HAA <10.5 (UMOL/L)
Total Protein 6.0-8.5 (G/DL)
Albumin 3.0-5.5 (G/DL)
Globulin 1.0-4.5 (G/DL)
Cholesterol 140-250 (MG/DL
. HDL Cholesterol 35-55 (MG/DL)
LDL 0-129 (MG/DL)
LDL/HDL <4.0
LDL/HDL Triglycerides 62 0-150 (MG/DL)

In regards to "normal" lab values, the nurse should remember to be suspect of ALL lab results. Remember that if the results are normal, you should still assess the patient for any abnormal signs and symptoms. If the lab results are out of the normal range, be sure to again, assess for any possible adverse signs and symptoms related to the abnormal values. Each nurse still has the obligation to carefully assess the patient even if the lab results are normal and especially if they are abnormal.Look for "trends" in lab results. A trend, for example, means that you notice the Hemoglobin is "normal," but it is slowly going down. This could indicate that there is a slow GI bleed or similar problem. Assess for patient conditions or patient factors that may indicate a problem; even if the lab results are normal. In summary, don't always believe the lab results. Use your assessment skills and the nursing process before you believe that the patient is "normal."