high haptoglobin?

[Cthulwhoo]

Hey all,

I went to get blood done for Fibrotest, and it showed that I have high haptoglobin (2.55, range .30 to 2.0)

The test came out .06 or no fibrosis but I'm wonder if A) The high haptoglobin means anything and B) If this means I have to retest when it's back down to normal

[Bolly]

Afraid I dont know what haptoglobin is. Do you mean haemoglobin or haematocrit?

[Cthulwhoo in reply to Bolly]

It's one of the things they test for with Fibrotest. I'm not too sure on it myself. Now that you mention it though, both those were high as well.

[Bolly in reply to Cthulwhoo]

Sorry can't help, dont think UK hepatologists do the Fibrotest, its more common in USA and France. You will have to ask the doctor that did the test.

[BLTHollyDawson Volunteer]

Good Morning,

Unfortunately without a few more details these tests results alone do not tell me much.

Did you have any other tests, were these results 'normal'?

Having a slightly high haptoglobin level is not dangerous by its self, and with all liver related tests can by influenced by other things going on in the body, such as an infection, so can go up and down. A low hepatoglobin level, can be an indication of liver disease.

I you are worried by your results I would suggest asking your doctor to talk through and explain them to you, also this will help you to understand if any further tests need to be done.

I hope this helps?

Kind regards

Sandy

Patient Support and Information Manager