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end stage liver failure

with what happens with high ammonia levels
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1501377 tn?1291508678
yes. Fibroscan 13.8. not to bad - but need to monitor progress.
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87972 tn?1322661239
I don't believe it appears on a routine panel such as a basic/comp. metabolic panel or CBC, but it can be ordered. Are you cirrhotic?

Bill
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1501377 tn?1291508678
can blood ammonia levels be checked through a standard blood test
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87972 tn?1322661239
Elevated serum ammonia levels are sometimes attributed to cirrhosis, and more directly to poor protein metabolism, I believe. If you’re experiencing confusion or combative behavior along with increased blood ammonia levels, you should speak with your doctor; he might prescribe Lactulose and/or Rifaximin to help manage this.

Bill
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