what are the abnormal lab values that one can find in a patient with onset dyspnea, possible pneumonia, and open skin areas and bruises and also has had cirrhosis for at least 5 years but continues to drink 12 beers every night. and why would these test be ordered? thanks
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. If patient is having cirrhosis of liver with, pneumonia and dyspnea than he/she will have the following laboratory values abnormal. 1. Low hemoglobin and high total WBC (white blood cells). 2. High ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) 3.  Raised liver enzymes like GOT, SEPT. Raised bilirubin. 4. Low protein levels a special albumin. 5. Chest x-ray will show consolidation and infiltration. So better to consult doctor and first get done clinical examination. Then order investigations and start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. Wishing good health to your patient. Thanks.