Decode any blood test or lab result with Crade
Crade reads your lab results on screen and tells you what each value means in plain language. What is normal, what is borderline, what to ask your doctor about.
| Test | Result | Unit | Reference | Flag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin | 14.2 | g/dL | 12.0-15.5 | |
| WBC | 6.4 | 10⁹/L | 4.0-10.0 | |
| Platelets | 247 | 10⁹/L | 150-400 | |
| Glucose (fasting) | 92 | mg/dL | 70-99 | |
| HbA1c | 5.2 | % | <5.7 | |
| Total Cholesterol | 208 | mg/dL | <200 | ↑ |
| LDL | 142 | mg/dL | <130 | ↑ |
| HDL | 54 | mg/dL | >40 | |
| Triglycerides | 118 | mg/dL | <150 | |
| Creatinine | 0.84 | mg/dL | 0.6-1.1 | |
| Vitamin D (25-OH) | 18 | ng/mL | 30-100 | ↓ |
| TSH | 2.4 | mIU/L | 0.4-4.0 | |
| Free T4 | 1.3 | ng/dL | 0.8-1.8 |
What do these blood test results mean? Anything I should ask my doctor about?
Most values normal. Two worth asking about: . Vitamin D: 18 ng/mL . LOW (normal 30-100). Common in northern Europe, especially after winter. Usually resolved with a supplement (2000-4000 IU/day). . LDL Cholesterol: 142 mg/dL . borderline (optimal <130). Not alarming alone, but worth tracking. Diet + exercise usually moves it 10-20%. . TSH: 2.4 mIU/L . normal but on higher side. If you have fatigue or weight changes, worth a recheck in 3-6 months. Everything else . CBC, glucose, kidney/liver function . in normal range. Questions for your doctor: 1. Should I start Vitamin D supplementation? 2. Do I need a follow-up lipid panel in 6 months? 3. Are there other thyroid markers to consider? Note: not medical advice . confirm with your doctor.
Lab results are written for doctors. You get a PDF with 30 values, half flagged as out of range, and zero context. The doctor will explain later, but "later" is sometimes a week away, and waiting with uncertainty is its own stress. Crade reads the results on your screen and gives you plain-language context: what each value measures, what your number means, and what is worth asking your doctor about.
What you put on your screen
- Your lab result PDF (open in Preview, Acrobat, or your browser)
- The patient portal page from your healthcare provider
- A photo of the printed results
What you say to Crade
If you know what was tested (annual physical, thyroid check, post-COVID), mention it. Context steers the explanation toward what is relevant.
What you get back
- Each tested value with what it measures (in plain English, not jargon)
- Whether your value is normal, borderline, or out of range. And how far
- Possible explanations for borderline or out-of-range values (Crade is careful with "possible")
- Specific questions to ask your doctor
- A clear note when the result is genuinely concerning vs cosmetic
Important: this is not medical advice
Crade is not a doctor and the answer it gives is general explanation, not diagnosis. For any lab result that concerns you, follow up with your actual doctor before acting on what Crade said. Especially for elevated cardiac markers, abnormal kidney function, or anything flagged as critical.
Tips for better lab reads
- Mention your age and sex if not on the report. Reference ranges differ.
- Mention any medications you take. Some labs are affected by drugs (statins affect liver enzymes, for example).
- Ask "what is this measuring?" before "is it bad?". Understanding the value matters more than the verdict.
- Ask for the question to ask your doctor: "What should I bring up at my appointment?" Saves visit time.
- For trends, paste previous results too if you have them. Trend matters more than single value for many things.
Frequently asked questions
Is this safe to rely on?
Use Crade as a starting point for understanding, not as medical advice. For any flagged value (especially red-flagged ones), talk to your actual doctor. Crade is general-knowledge AI, not a clinician with your full history.
Can Crade tell me if I have a specific condition?
No. Crade can flag patterns that often correlate with conditions (e.g., elevated TSH suggests thyroid issues) but diagnosis requires a clinician who has your full picture.
What about results in another language?
Crade translates and explains. "This is a Spanish lab result, explain in English" works.
Will Crade share my results with anyone?
The screenshot goes to the AI provider for the reply. Lab results contain personal health information; if your provider has strict data rules, redact your name and ID number before asking.
What if my results are bad?
Call your doctor. Do not wait for an interpretation from Crade or anyone else. If the lab flags something critical and you cannot reach your doctor, the emergency room exists for a reason.
The whole loop in one sentence
Lab results on screen, one prompt, plain-English explanation back. The doctor's appointment becomes a focused conversation instead of a glossary lesson.
A menu in Japanese, a sign in Arabic, a bank statement in German, a tax form in Italian. Crade reads it on your screen, translates it, and tells you what action to take.
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Browser auto-translate mangles half the page. Crade reads what is actually on screen and gives you the meaning plus what you can do next.