EXPERT
Gurmukh Singh
Pathologist
Dr. Gurmukh Singh is a pathologist practicing in Augusta, GA. Dr. Singh is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Singh can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Singh may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
54 years
Experience
Gurmukh Singh
- Augusta, GA
- Armed Forces Medical College
- Accepting new patients
Interpreting Laboratory Test Results
Interpreting Laboratory Test ResultsSummary: Laboratory testing of body fluids and tissues is an essential part of medical care. It is generally accepted that about 70% of clinical...
What kind of anesthesia is used for prostate needle biopsy?
Usually local anesthesia.
How long do you stay in hospital after a kidney biopsy?
It could be done on an ambulator basis without requiring any hospital stay.
How long does it take to get PSA test results?
The test takes less than an hour to complete. You can look up the results on your patient portal, if you set one up.
Would an iron deficiency cause me to always feel tired and sluggish?
If you are anemic, it can cause sluggishness. Iron deficiency in an adult male warrants investigation to rule out internal bleeding form any lesion in stomach or intestine, including READ MORE
If you are anemic, it can cause sluggishness. Iron deficiency in an adult male warrants investigation to rule out internal bleeding form any lesion in stomach or intestine, including colon cancer. It would be prudent to consult a doctor.
What time of day is best for the PSA test?
Time of day does not matter for PSA test.
Should I be concerned?
Kappa light chain levels tend to be slightly high with any chronic illness. This test has more than 30% false positive rate.
How long does prostate biopsy pain last?
Unless there are complications, pain/ache should not last more than a day or two.
Do you get general anesthesia for a colon biopsy?
No. No anesthesia may be needed.
Is anesthesia necessary for prostate biopsy?
Local anesthesia is usually sufficient.
What tests can show prostate problems?
Digital prostate examination and PSA levels are the usual initial investigations.
How can I bring my creatinine level down?
It is not a do it yourself matter. See a nephrologist.
Is a biopsy of the prostate painful?
Yes. But the pain/ache usually does not last more than a day or two.
What causes creatinine levels to be high?
Almost always it is a sign of kidney failure. It would be prudent to see a neurologist.
What can cause an elevated PSA?
It may be due to benign enlargement of prostate. It may also suggest prostate cancer. The value needs to be interpreted in the context of your overall prostate health and you should READ MORE
It may be due to benign enlargement of prostate. It may also suggest prostate cancer. The value needs to be interpreted in the context of your overall prostate health and you should talk to your doctor.
CBC with DIFF?
All laboratory/imaging results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor READ MORE
All laboratory/imaging results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, it would have helped had you provided the actual results, not high and low. Wish you good health!
About HIV transmission?
No. You are at no risk of catching HIV from what you described.
Wish you good health!
Wish you good health!
How long does a bone marrow biopsy procedure take?
It would not take more than half hour of a usual needle biopsy of bone marrow.
Is anesthesia required for a prostate biopsy?
Local anesthesia is usually adequate.
How can I reduce my creatinine levels?
It is not a do it yourself matter and you need to consult a nephrologist.
Can you remove HSV from your blood with medication?
No, The virus stays in your body for the rest of your life.
