https://tomschexnaildremd.com Book an Appointment (Men in AL & AL) Key points: Sodium is the primary determinant of plasma osmolality (saltiness). The kidneys are very precise when dialing in your plasma sodium. When Na is abnormal on routine labs, medication lists MUST be investigated, as medications are often the culprit. Low sodium and high sodium cause fluctuations in intracellular water, which can be dangerous, especially if Na is <120 mmol/L. What should you drink when you ...
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https://tomschexnaildremd.com Book an Appointment (Men in AL & AL) Key points: Sodium is the primary determinant of plasma osmolality (saltiness). The kidneys are very precise when dialing in your plasma sodium. When Na is abnormal on routine labs, medication lists MUST be investigated, as medications are often the culprit. Low sodium and high sodium cause fluctuations in intracellular water, which can be dangerous, especially if Na is <120 mmol/L. What should you drink when you ...
Labstories Ep. 3: B12 and Folate! Testing, Deficiencies & Supplements!
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22 minutes
1 year ago
Labstories Ep. 3: B12 and Folate! Testing, Deficiencies & Supplements!
B12 and Folate are members of the B vitamin family. They both play roles in methylation, and as a result, overlap in testing and treatment. B12 has a separate role in neurologic function. Understand them once and for all in this episode of Labstories, which focuses on their differences: Folate is present in (almost) ALL foods. B12 is made by bacteria, and thus only in animal foods. Folate is easily absorbed, but B12 has VERY complex active absorption. Folate deficiencies only take months to d...
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https://tomschexnaildremd.com Book an Appointment (Men in AL & AL) Key points: Sodium is the primary determinant of plasma osmolality (saltiness). The kidneys are very precise when dialing in your plasma sodium. When Na is abnormal on routine labs, medication lists MUST be investigated, as medications are often the culprit. Low sodium and high sodium cause fluctuations in intracellular water, which can be dangerous, especially if Na is <120 mmol/L. What should you drink when you ...