Abnormal laboratory result follow-up

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Discussed the need for emergency evaluation today. Caregiver expressed understanding and agreement with plan. Answered all questions.

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Abnormal laboratory result follow-up
• Result reviewed with the history, exam, growth, medications, and recent illness
• Mild abnormality, likely from a recent illness or other temporary cause
• Repeat testing after the illness resolves
• Follow up after the results return

Many lab abnormalities are temporary, especially during or after an illness, and return to normal on repeat testing. Caregiver expressed understanding and agreement with plan. Answered all questions.

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Result type (liver, WBC, platelets, inflammatory markers, electrolytes, creatinine, celiac, lead)
Venous confirmation, exposure sources, nutrition, development, health department
Paragraph per interpretation, celiac and lead

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