High calcium, albumin and iron

[Jen126]

Hi all,

I had the attached bloods done in September. Will be back to the doctors next week - can anyone interpret anything from my results? Are there any questions I should be asking the GP? Already diagnosed with hashimotos and taking levothyroxine.

Thanks!

[bantam12]

You need parathyroid testing at the same time as calcium, if both high then hyperparathyroidism is a possibility and you would need an Endo referral for further tests.

[Nanaedake]

I agree with bantam12, ask for referral to endocrinologist knowledgeable in parathyroid glands and do your research first. I believe that parathyroid hormone cannot be tested in primary care in the UK so you will need a referral. Do not delay.

[Trufflebuggy in reply to Nanaedake]

however the corrected calcium is within the range so a PTH won't usually be indicated.

[Jen126]

Hi all, thanks for your responses.

[Trufflebuggy]

how long was the tourniquet on your arm for? If for an extended time this could explain your raised albumin and calcium... The way to check that would be a blood collected without the tourniquet.

[Hidden]

Both of these are only slightly over range why worry, they can fluctuate throughout the day.