Dr. Manley just stopped by to let us know that the urine sample did clarify the initial screening that said there was blood in the urine: the urine actually had hemoglobins in it, not red blood cells.
The initial screenings are done via paper strips that indicate the presence of blood proteins. The actual urine test that is done in the lab can further characterize what the paper strips broadly interpret. Red blood cells in the urine would be quite concerning, but the presence of hemoglobins is merely a by-product of the blood transfusion she had last night.
That, is good news.
We still wait to see if anything else will show up indicating possible infectious causes for her fever that continues to burn, but nothing yet.
Manley takes comfort in the fact that, despite her fever, she looks pretty good as far as color and vital signs go.
4 comments:
What a roller coaster. I am thinking of you all so much and praying that Zoe's fever goes down. XOXO
Glad to hear a little good news. Sending cool breezes from TX to help combat that fever! We love you all...
Jason and Beckie
Happy to hear its not as bad as it seemed. Today is a new day - one more toward success. Hugs and positive thoughts from R & KPP.
We love you Zen family. Always holding Miss Zoe "laughing and giggling" close to our hearts. Sending buckets of love and cool mists from my favorite mountain waterfall.
love nana brooke
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