How would you work up an elevated copper level without cytopenias in a patient with history of bariatric surgery not on supplements or using copper utensils?
Often see bariatric surgery ordering these tests, is there any clinical relevance?
Answer from: at Community Practice
Would make sure they are not on supplements as these are often recommended post bariatric surgery. Otherwise, not sure of a connection with bariatric surgery. Would check ceruloplasmin level to rule out Wilson's disease.
A low copper level is more likely and can cause leucopenia and sideroblastic a...