What do the results mean?If your results show high ammonia levels in the blood, it may be a sign of one of the following conditions:Liver diseases, such as cirrhosis or hepatitisHepatic encephalopathyKidney disease or kidney failureIn children and teens, it may be a sign of Reye syndrome.In infants, high ammonia levels may be a sign of a genetic disease of the urea cycle or a condition called hemolytic disease of the newborn. This disorder happens when a mother develops antibodies to her baby's blood cells.If your results were not normal, your health care provider will need to order more tests to find out the reason for your high ammonia levels. Your treatment plan will depend on your specific diagnosis.If you have questions about your results, talk to your health care provider.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
