Case 2, Answer 1b

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This is definitely a rational option. Spot is not ill, and there are no other indicators of a problem in the rest of the lab data, so rechecking the tests is a good plan. Four to six weeks would allow enough time for the ALP to normalize given its half-life. It is important that the owner not wait longer than six weeks, however, in case something does need to be addressed.

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