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Chapter 29.8, Problem 29.6CIAP
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The reason for the importance of blood tests in assessing the overall health of a patient has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Blood is a body fluid which is known as the biochemical superhighway of the body and therefore regular blood tests can give the health status of an individual.
Most common blood tests come under the classifications which are:
- CBC (Complete blood count)
- CMP (Comprehensive
metabolic panel) - Electrolyte tests
- Protein tests
- LP (Lipid panel)
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