Across
- 2. protein indicating liver function and nutritional status
- 5. protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells
- 6. inflammation marker made by the liver and elevated in disease
- 7. electrolyte vital for heart and muscle function
- 9. liver enzyme elevated with liver cell damage
- 11. protein storing iron; low levels suggest anemia
- 13. main sugar tested to assess blood sugar control
- 14. lab marker showing average glucose over three months
Down
- 1. blood fats indicating fat metabolism status
- 3. mineral important for enzyme activity and nerve transmission
- 4. test measuring red and white blood cells, hemoglobin, and platelets
- 6. substance measured in lipid panels linked to heart disease
- 8. percentage of blood composed of red blood cells
- 10. marker reflecting short-term protein intake and status
- 12. electrolyte regulating fluid balance and nerve function