Lab Safety Alerts
ClapDiet includes safety features to alert you when lab values need attention.
Types of Alerts
🔴 Critical Alerts
Values that may require immediate medical attention:
Severely abnormal results
Life-threatening ranges
Clear message: "Seek medical care"
🟠 Urgent Attention
Values that should be discussed with a healthcare provider soon:
Moderately abnormal results
Potential health concerns
Message: "Consult your doctor"
🟡 Monitor Closely
Values that are abnormal but not immediately concerning:
Mildly out of range
Worth tracking over time
Message: "Keep an eye on this"
How Alerts Work
When you upload labs:
We check all values against safety thresholds
Critical values trigger immediate alerts
You'll see a clear banner at the top of your results
We recommend appropriate action
Example Critical Values
These examples may trigger critical alerts (actual thresholds vary):
TestCritical LowCritical High
Potassium<2.5 mmol/L>6.5 mmol/L
Sodium<120 mmol/L>160 mmol/L
Glucose<50 mg/dL>400 mg/dL
Hemoglobin<7 g/dL>20 g/dL
Note: These are examples. Actual thresholds depend on many factors.
What to Do With Alerts
For Critical Alerts
Don't panic - but take action
Contact your doctor immediately or go to urgent care
Don't try to self-treat with diet changes alone
Keep a record of the alert to show your provider
For Urgent Attention
Schedule an appointment with your doctor
Don't wait more than a few days
Review our information but seek professional advice
For Monitor Closely
Note the value and its trend
Consider retest in the recommended timeframe
Dietary adjustments may be appropriate
Discuss at your next checkup
Contraindication Warnings
Beyond lab values, we also alert you to:
Food-medication interactions
Nutrients to avoid with certain conditions
Safety concerns based on your health profile
Learn more about contraindication warnings →
Limitations
Our alerts are based on:
General medical guidelines
Your reported health conditions
Your reported medications
We cannot account for:
Your complete medical history
Recent changes not in your profile
Symptoms you're experiencing
Context your doctor would know
Always err on the side of caution with health concerns.
Updating Safety Settings
If you have specific conditions that affect safe ranges:
Go to Profile > Health Conditions
Add relevant conditions
Our alerts will adjust accordingly
Important: ClapDiet is not a substitute for medical advice. When in doubt, consult a healthcare professional.
Related Articles:
Understanding Lab Interpretations
Contraindication Warnings