Here is a full interpretation of both lab reports for Rahmathullah Kathar Thambi, 47-year-old male:
Lab Report Summary
Patient Details
- Age/Sex: 47 years, Male
- Referring Doctor: Dr. May Ghazi Al-Mutairi
- Collected: 08-09 June 2026, Funaitees Clinic / Al Masayel Health Center
Biochemistry Panel
| Test | Result | Reference Range | Status |
|---|
| Glucose (GLUC) | 5.65 mmol/L | 3.90 - 5.60 | 🔴 HIGH |
| Albumin | 43.28 g/L | 31 - 55 | ✅ Normal |
| Calcium | 2.32 mmol/L | 2.20 - 2.65 | ✅ Normal |
| Urea | 3.20 mmol/L | 2.5 - 6.6 | ✅ Normal |
| Creatinine | 80.98 µmol/L | 55 - 113 | ✅ Normal |
| Phosphorus | 1.13 mmol/L | 0.78 - 1.53 | ✅ Normal |
| Triglycerides | 1.66 mmol/L | 0.4 - 2.4 | ✅ Normal |
| Total Cholesterol | 4.11 mmol/L | 3.10 - 5.20 | ✅ Normal |
| Uric Acid | 387.44 µmol/L | 150 - 400 | ⚠️ Upper range |
| Total Bilirubin | 18.47 µmol/L | 3 - 20 | ✅ Normal |
| AST | 12.63 U/L | 10 - 42 | ✅ Normal |
| ALP | 55.22 U/L | 30 - 123 | ✅ Normal |
| ALT | 14.42 U/L | 10 - 60 | ✅ Normal |
| C-Calcium (corrected) | 2.25 mmol/L | 2.2 - 2.65 | ✅ Normal |
| Fe - Iron | 27.8 µmol/L | 6 - 26 | 🔴 HIGH |
Hormone Panel
| Test | Result | Reference Range | Status |
|---|
| TSH | 2.09 uIU/mL | 0.38 - 5.33 | ✅ Normal |
Key Findings & Clinical Interpretation
1. 🔴 Elevated Glucose - 5.65 mmol/L (101.7 mg/dL)
This is a borderline/mildly elevated fasting glucose. For context:
- Normal fasting glucose: < 5.6 mmol/L (100 mg/dL)
- Impaired fasting glucose (prediabetes): 5.6 - 6.9 mmol/L (100 - 125 mg/dL)
- Diabetes: ≥ 7.0 mmol/L (126 mg/dL)
This result places him at the lower boundary of prediabetes. A single reading is not diagnostic - this should be confirmed with a repeat fasting glucose or HbA1c test. Lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, weight management) are recommended.
2. 🔴 Elevated Serum Iron - 27.8 µmol/L (ref: 6-26 µmol/L)
Iron is mildly elevated above the upper limit. This alone does not confirm iron overload - the full picture requires transferrin saturation (TSAT) and serum ferritin. Possible causes of mildly elevated serum iron include:
- Recent red meat consumption before the test
- Haemochromatosis (genetic iron overload) - less likely unless ferritin is also high
- Iron supplementation
- Liver disease - liver enzymes (AST/ALT/ALP) are all normal here, making this less likely
Recommendation: Check serum ferritin and TIBC (transferrin/iron-binding capacity) to assess true iron status.
3. ⚠️ Uric Acid - 387.44 µmol/L (upper end of normal)
This is within the reference range but near the upper limit. In males, hyperuricemia is typically defined at > 400-420 µmol/L. He is close to this threshold. According to Robbins Pathology, hyperuricemia above 6.8 mg/dL (400 µmol/L) is necessary for gout risk. At current levels there is no immediate concern, but worth monitoring - especially with dietary factors like red meat and alcohol.
4. ✅ Liver Function - Normal
All three liver enzymes (AST, ALT, ALP) and bilirubin are within normal range. Liver health appears good.
5. ✅ Kidney Function - Normal
Creatinine (80.98 µmol/L), urea (3.20 mmol/L) are both normal. Kidney function is preserved.
6. ✅ Lipid Panel - Normal
Total cholesterol (4.11 mmol/L) and triglycerides (1.66 mmol/L) are both within normal range. Cardiovascular risk from lipids is low.
7. ✅ TSH - Normal
Thyroid function is completely normal at 2.09 uIU/mL (mid-range).
Recommended Follow-up
| Priority | Action |
|---|
| Important | Repeat fasting glucose + HbA1c to confirm/rule out prediabetes |
| Important | Check serum ferritin + TIBC to evaluate elevated iron |
| Monitor | Uric acid trend - dietary advice (reduce red meat, organ meats, shellfish, alcohol) |
| Lifestyle | Dietary review, physical activity, weight check |
Disclaimer: This is an educational interpretation only and not a substitute for medical advice from the treating physician (Dr. May Ghazi Al-Mutairi), who has full clinical context for this patient.