Pharmacology (HLTH 310) CBC, CMP, Coags, and Lab Values Cheat Sheet Study Guide
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Pharmacology (HLTH 310) | Study Guide

Overview
A quick-reference study guide for high-frequency lab values used in exams and med-safety questions: CBC, CMP, coagulation labs, and cardiac markers.

Key topics
•CBC ranges and what shifts suggest
•CMP electrolytes and organ markers
•coags PT INR aPTT interpretation
•cardiac markers and safety red flags

Suggested study tasks
•group labs by system (blood, kidney, liver)
•practice interpreting one abnormal pattern
•write a short safety note for one critical lab scenario

Common pitfalls
•memorizing numbers without meaning
•confusing INR with aPTT indications
•missing trends over time in serial labs