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11. C-reactive protein High sensitivity (hs-CRP) detects low level of CRP
12. Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is used for early detection of malignancy
in colorectal cancer.
13. Calcium is used for monitoring effects of the renal failure.
14. Cholesterol (total) indicates risk of cardiovascular diseases.
15. Cortisol shows adrenal hypofunction and hyperfunction.
16. Creatine Kinase (CK) used to check muscle damage.
17. Creatinine checks for cases that indicate renal impairment or muscular
dystrophy.
18. Drug Analysis monitors therapeutic range to avoid toxic levels for drugs.
19. Electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride, CO2) shows the sodium values
that determines disorder of the kidney and adrenals.
20. Glucose is used to check diabetic problems, liver disease or malnutrition.
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Reference laboratory
• Large independent laboratory that receives specimen
from many facilities in the area.
• Provide routine and specialized analysis of the
specimen
• Offer fast turnaround time and reduced cost