How could the hemogloblin count go up during chemotherapy?

[Chaotic_Shadow]

I got some results that show that as a patient was getting chemotherapy (Daunorubicin and Cytarabine), the amoutn of white blood cells and platelets went down, but the mass of hemogloblin per Liter went up. Anybody able to explain this?

[Mommy for McCain '08!]

Higher red blood cell count?

This is kinda odd... when you figure it out, post it.

[ladypam]

There may be a couple of reasons for this:

First, there has been an error in results given. Lab results are always prone to human error.

Secondly, it may be a rare reaction to the medication, especially if this is the first time that they have taken it.

Or, it may probably be that because of the decrease in WBC, the Hgb became easier to detect, thus higher count. I would suggest a repeat in lab works to confirm the results.

Hope this helps.

[Chaotic_Shadow]

Thanks everyone for all your replies. I will have it checked again.