
Dr. Renee B Thomas MD
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
1905 Carriage House Ln Camden SC, 29020About
Dr. Renee Thomas is a pathologist practicing in Camden, SC. Dr. Thomas is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Thomas can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Thomas 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.
Education and Training
Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1990
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Would an iron deficiency cause me to always feel tired and sluggish?
It is one of the many reasons. Try taking an iron supplement and see how you feel. If same, see your doctor. If worse, stop then see your doctor. READ MORE
Is a Pap smear necessary during pregnancy?
Depends on your history and the time of your last one. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for a colon biopsy?
Depends on the anesthesia group. You should inquire. READ MORE
How long does it take to get the results of a skin biopsy?
Give it a week. If longer, contact your physician for an update. READ MORE
Poison control?
They need to go to the emergency room just to check. READ MORE
How long do kidney biopsy results take?
These biopsies are pretty involved. I would say 2 weeks minimum. Lots of different testing was performed. READ MORE
Should I be concerned?
Are there other abnormal tests involved? If so, may want to see a hematologist. If not, just have it retested. READ MORE
Blood test results?
Possible kidney issue. Consult with a nephrologist. READ MORE
Best treatment for hyperprolactinemia?
This is not my specialty. Ask your obstetrician or an endocrinologist. READ MORE
High platelets?
They need to investigate why the platelets are high. READ MORE
What can cause false positive results for cocaine and Fentanyl on an umbilical cord drug screen?
Recommend repeat testing for confirmation. READ MORE
What can cause an elevated PSA?
Cancer, infection, and inflammation are the most common causes. READ MORE
What is the treatment for high bilirubin in adults?
I don't know. Go to a hepatologist for treatment options. Have you been fasting? That is one cause. READ MORE
Is it normal to have pain after a prostate biopsy?
Yes, Take an OTC pain reliever; Tylenol is probably best; others have an increased risk of bleeding. If pain is not relieved within a week, call your urologist. READ MORE
Drug test?
Could be cross-reactivity with another substance, a false positive, or a mislabeled specimen. Ask to have the test repeated. You could also request a more specific test using another type of sample. Usually, testing of hair means prior to use in the past. Discuss with your health care provider and perhaps consider a lawyer. READ MORE
Can you take too much B12?
Ask your doctor if this is appropriate and what would be the recommended dose for this supplement. I would have suggested B12 testing before purchasing this. Lots of other things, that are more common, can make one anemic. READ MORE
What causes high kidney function levels?
Depends on which test you are referring to. One test can be overall body function, and the other is related to the kidneys such as infection, tumor, and failure. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a kidney biopsy?
If it is needle biopsy, you should be fine in a day or two. RB Thomas, MD READ MORE
What is the risk of disease transmission?
Doubtful, but I would be concerned about tetanus. If you have not had a TDAP vaccine in 10 years, you need one. RB Thomas, MD READ MORE
What test should be done for COVID diagnosis?
Swab up the nostril at your doctor's office. RB Thomas, MD READ MORE
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