General Health Profile

What do all these things mean?

The general health profile (GHP) indicates internal system functions of your pet.

ALB (albumin) is a serum protein that aids in evaluation of hydration, hemorrhage, and intestinal/liver/kidney disease
ALKP (alkaline phosphate) elevations may indicate liver damage, too much cortisol (which is a steroid) being produced from the adrenal gland, Cushing's disease, and active bone growth in young pets.
ALT (alanine aminotransferase) is an indicator of liver damage but doesn't indicate the cause
AMYL (amylase) elevations show pancreatitis or kidney disease
BUN (blood urea nitrogen) indicates kidney function, an increase can be caused by kidney, liver, and heart disease, urethral obstruction, shock, and dehydration
Ca (calcium) changes may indicate tumors, hyperparathyroidism, and kidney disease
CHOL (cholesterol) is used to aid in diagnosis of hypothyroidism, liver disease, Cushing's disease and diabetes
CREA (creatinine) reveals kidney function, this test helps establish if the BUN value is elevated due to kidney function
GLU (glucose) is a blood sugar, elevation could mean diabetes or stress, low levels may indicate seizures or collapse
PHOS (phosphorus) increases are often associated with kidney disease, hyperthyroidism and bleeding disorders
TBIL (total bilirubin) can suggest liver or hemolytic diseases such as bile duct problems or anemia
TP (total protein) indicates the hydration status, and liver/kidney function