Blood Test Results, Explained
Free guides on CBC, thyroid, HbA1c, cholesterol, liver & kidney function tests — written by a PhD biochemist, trusted by patients in 50+ countries.
Dr. Naeem Mahmood Ashraf
PhD Biochemistry · 45+ Publications
Cardiology
— 3 articles
CRP Blood Test Explained: What High C-Reactive Protein Really Means
Hover to previewCRP Blood Test Explained: What High C-Reactive Protein Really Means
Your CRP came back high and now you're worried. This complete guide explains what C-reactive protein and hs-CRP actually measure, normal ranges in mg/L, what causes elevated levels, and what it really means for your heart disease risk.
TG Blood Test (Triglycerides): What Your Results Mean, Normal Ranges & How to Lower Them
Hover to previewTG Blood Test (Triglycerides): What Your Results Mean, Normal Ranges & How to Lower Them
A TG blood test measures triglycerides — a type of fat in your blood that directly affects your heart disease risk. This guide explains what triglycerides are, what high and low TG levels mean, the correct normal range, and evidence-based ways to lower your triglycerides naturally.
Keto Diet Effect on Cholesterol Levels: What Your Blood Work Really Shows
Hover to previewKeto Diet Effect on Cholesterol Levels: What Your Blood Work Really Shows
The ketogenic diet can dramatically change your cholesterol numbers — LDL may rise, HDL often climbs, and triglycerides usually fall. This evidence-based guide explains exactly what happens to your lipid panel on keto, why some people become "lean mass hyper-responders", and when elevated LDL on keto is (and is not) a reason to worry.
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