All results came back as close to normal as possible under the circumstances. Most of the anomalies are attributable to the side effects of the chemo. The one the doctor keyed into that was outside the normal range was the albumin number, which has to do with protein utilization and dehydration. Apparently, since my son has not been eating/drinking well or regularly, the doctor explained, this may result in edema in the extremities.
I have to say that they were very thorough in their testing - blood, EKG, ultrasound, x-rays, CT scan, just to name a few.
He was released with directions to keep his legs elevated and start eating more protein. He is also to follow up with his oncologist, of course.
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