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Generic blood work results..
Posted on 2/28/19 at 12:34 pm
Posted on 2/28/19 at 12:34 pm
Total Cholesterol: 200
Trig: 75
HDL: 34
LDL: 151
My cholesterol in previous workups was 140-155, so this is a big jump. My HDL has always been low, even staying active.
Kidney function is a concern. My creatinine level is 1.45. I’m not extremely muscular which could account for a higher level, but my BMI is 28.5ish with around 13% BF.
My potassium level is slightly elevated and my calcium level is at the top of the range, but I was taking a supplement that has a proprietary blend that includes both, so I’m stopping it for the next few months before another workup is performed.
BP on the visit was 120/74
I’m pissing like a fire hydrant a shitload per day, too, which includes 3x per night.
Should I have any concerns at 47?
I’ll start to add a 1-2 glasses of red wine per night to see if my HDL levels improve over the next 8 weeks.
Trig: 75
HDL: 34
LDL: 151
My cholesterol in previous workups was 140-155, so this is a big jump. My HDL has always been low, even staying active.
Kidney function is a concern. My creatinine level is 1.45. I’m not extremely muscular which could account for a higher level, but my BMI is 28.5ish with around 13% BF.
My potassium level is slightly elevated and my calcium level is at the top of the range, but I was taking a supplement that has a proprietary blend that includes both, so I’m stopping it for the next few months before another workup is performed.
BP on the visit was 120/74
I’m pissing like a fire hydrant a shitload per day, too, which includes 3x per night.
Should I have any concerns at 47?
I’ll start to add a 1-2 glasses of red wine per night to see if my HDL levels improve over the next 8 weeks.
This post was edited on 2/28/19 at 12:49 pm
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Posted on 2/28/19 at 1:15 pm to LSUAlum2001
Trig/HDL
75/34+2.2 under 2 is golden range 2.2 not bad.
Typically, HDL needs to be above 40 and LDL below 130 (I think)
So, your numbers aren't really that bad.
It seems you answered your own question. Poor kidney function could be from a ton of things.
What does your diet and exercise plan look like?
75/34+2.2 under 2 is golden range 2.2 not bad.
Typically, HDL needs to be above 40 and LDL below 130 (I think)
So, your numbers aren't really that bad.
quote:
Should I have any concerns at 47?
quote:
Kidney function is a concern
It seems you answered your own question. Poor kidney function could be from a ton of things.
What does your diet and exercise plan look like?
This post was edited on 2/28/19 at 1:16 pm
Posted on 2/28/19 at 2:17 pm to CoachChappy
I’m in the gym 4-5 days per week. Diet could use improvement,
Don’t know if the supplement I was taking played a role in the higher creatinine levels, but I’ll find out. I’ll look for ways to boost HDL levels.
Don’t know if the supplement I was taking played a role in the higher creatinine levels, but I’ll find out. I’ll look for ways to boost HDL levels.
This post was edited on 2/28/19 at 2:19 pm
Posted on 2/28/19 at 3:51 pm to LSUAlum2001
Maybe get a second opinion, too?
My last numbers were
88 total cholesterol
44 LDL
31 HDL
73 Triglycerides
My last numbers were
88 total cholesterol
44 LDL
31 HDL
73 Triglycerides
Posted on 2/28/19 at 4:59 pm to LSUAlum2001
quote:
I’m in the gym 4-5 days per week. Diet could use improvement,
It probably doesn’t even need much. Your numbers aren’t that bad at all. Just make small adjustments where you can based on your goals.
Posted on 2/28/19 at 5:12 pm to LSUAlum2001
An HDL of 34 is mildly concerning, LDL and total really isn’t meaningful without a lipid study breaking down particle size. At nearly 50 it wouldn’t be unreasonable to be on a statin with those numbers but as a non smoker without diabetes I wouldn’t raise a fuss.
A persistently elevated creatinine of 1.45 in a normal sized 47 year old white male is pretty alarming. That’s legit chronic kidney disease and it’s usually from diabetes or hypertension at that age which it didn’t sound like you have. I’d get some urine studies (UA, UPCR, renal ultrasound) and refer you to a nephrologist. Your urinary symptoms are somewhat concerning for a chronic prostatic obstruction too as it’s not normal for a man in his 40s to be urinating 3-5 times in 6-8 hours of sleep.
If the creatinine elevation is new and a first time elevation, it could be due to supplements or medications that need to be reviewed. If it’s new I’d just recheck it several after stopping anything concerning supplements/meds. A lot of the online crap people buy (and sometimes even certain things commonly found at places like GNC) can shred your kidneys
A persistently elevated creatinine of 1.45 in a normal sized 47 year old white male is pretty alarming. That’s legit chronic kidney disease and it’s usually from diabetes or hypertension at that age which it didn’t sound like you have. I’d get some urine studies (UA, UPCR, renal ultrasound) and refer you to a nephrologist. Your urinary symptoms are somewhat concerning for a chronic prostatic obstruction too as it’s not normal for a man in his 40s to be urinating 3-5 times in 6-8 hours of sleep.
If the creatinine elevation is new and a first time elevation, it could be due to supplements or medications that need to be reviewed. If it’s new I’d just recheck it several after stopping anything concerning supplements/meds. A lot of the online crap people buy (and sometimes even certain things commonly found at places like GNC) can shred your kidneys
This post was edited on 2/28/19 at 5:16 pm
Posted on 2/28/19 at 5:24 pm to Roger Klarvin
quote:
Your urinary symptoms are somewhat concerning for a chronic prostatic obstruction too as it’s not normal for a man in his 40s to be urinating 3-5 times in 6-8 hours of sleep.
I doubt if it’s an obstruction. I’m pissing a full bladder’s worth 2-3x.
Posted on 2/28/19 at 6:48 pm to LSUAlum2001
Your creatinine level and urinating 2-3 times at night is what would worry me. I would definitely see someone to get more blood work drawn.
Posted on 2/28/19 at 9:32 pm to tke_swamprat
I’m going back in 7 weeks for more work ups.
I think the additional workout supps I was taking were taxing my kidneys. I’m dropping everything but the basics over the next few weeks.
I think the additional workout supps I was taking were taxing my kidneys. I’m dropping everything but the basics over the next few weeks.
Posted on 3/2/19 at 10:52 pm to LSUAlum2001
Just got mine checked
Total cholesterol - 164
HDL - 50
LDL- 99
Triglycerides- 71
Doc says everything is normal.
Total cholesterol - 164
HDL - 50
LDL- 99
Triglycerides- 71
Doc says everything is normal.
Posted on 4/30/19 at 10:29 am to LSUAlum2001
Updated blood work from a few weeks ago.
I dropped some workout supplements and my creatinine level dropped from 1.45 to 1.28, which is just below the upper limit for men.
They said everything else was normal. I’ll update my cholesterol numbers when I receive the full workup.
I dropped some workout supplements and my creatinine level dropped from 1.45 to 1.28, which is just below the upper limit for men.
They said everything else was normal. I’ll update my cholesterol numbers when I receive the full workup.
Posted on 4/30/19 at 10:41 am to LSUAlum2001
quote:
I dropped some workout supplements and my creatinine level dropped from 1.45 to 1.28, which is just below the upper limit for men.
Are you working out before the test?
I had always worked out the night before and my creatinine was slightly above normal. For my last test, doc had me not work out for 48 hours prior and hydrate a lot.
Dropped back into the mid normal range. He explained the muscular repair process post-workout will have a raised creatinine effect. Poor hydration will trigger the same.
Posted on 4/30/19 at 11:06 am to LSUAlum2001
My last ones are
Glucose 98
Cholesterol 197
HDL 88
LDL 78
Tri 156
Liver AST 35
Liver ALT 37
Glucose 98
Cholesterol 197
HDL 88
LDL 78
Tri 156
Liver AST 35
Liver ALT 37
Posted on 4/30/19 at 3:51 pm to Rep520
quote:
Are you working out before the test?
Can't recall on either, but I'm normally a mid-day lifter.
I upped my hydration as well leading up to it, but drinking the daily required ounces is tough sitting at a desk most days.
Posted on 4/30/19 at 7:24 pm to LSUAlum2001
Other numbers..
Cholesterol: 145 (back down to my historical levels from the 200 outlier 8 weeks ago)
Trig: 62
HDL: 33 (still low but the ratio between LDL/HDL is good)
LDL: 100
Trig/HDL: 1.88
The potassium and calcium levels dropped into the range after stopping extreme endurance
Cholesterol: 145 (back down to my historical levels from the 200 outlier 8 weeks ago)
Trig: 62
HDL: 33 (still low but the ratio between LDL/HDL is good)
LDL: 100
Trig/HDL: 1.88
The potassium and calcium levels dropped into the range after stopping extreme endurance
This post was edited on 4/30/19 at 8:51 pm
Posted on 5/2/19 at 3:56 pm to LSUAlum2001
Pic of the updated bloodwork.
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