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Syncope laboratory findings
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are no diagnostic laboratory findings associated with syncope. Some patients with syncope may have acidosis, which is usually suggestive of insufficient blood flow. Other possible laboratory findings may include hypoglycemia, increased lactate level, hypoxia, and hypercapnia.
Laboratory Findings
Laboratory Findings
There are no diagnostic laboratory findings associated with syncope. Some patients with syncope may have acidosis, which is usually suggestive of insufficient blood flow. Other possible laboratory findings may include:[1]
- Hypoglycemia
- Increased lactate level
- Hypoxia
- Hypercapnia
Basic laboratory studies are generally evaluated in the diagnosis and treatment of syncope.[2]
References
References
- ↑ “Syncope: an overview of diagnosis and treatment”.
- ↑ “Guidelines on Management (diagnosis and treatment) of syncope ? update 2004”. Europace. 6 (6): 467–537. 2004. doi:10.1016/j.eupc.2004.08.008. ISSN 1099-5129.
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