03/01/2023
โ ( CBC )
๐ฉธ A complete blood count, or , is an easy and very common test that screens for certain disorders that can affect the health.
๐ฉธ A CBC determines if there are any increases or decreases in the blood cell counts.
๐ฉธNormal values vary depending on age and gender. The lab report will tell the normal value range for specific age and gender.
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Measuring changes in your blood cell levels can help your doctor evaluate your overall health and detect disorders. The test measures the three basic types of blood cells.
๐ด (RBCs)
๐ข Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body and remove carbon dioxide. A CBC measures two components of your red blood cells:
โญ Hemoglobin: oxygen-carrying protein
โญ Hematocrit: percentage of red blood cells in your blood
๐ข Low levels of hemoglobin and hematocrit are often signs of , a condition that occurs when blood is deficient in iron.
โช (WBCs)
๐ข White blood cells help your body fight infection. A CBC measures the number and types of white blood cells in your body. Any abnormal increases or decreases in the number or types of white blood cells could be a sign of .
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๐ข Platelets help your blood clot and control bleeding. When a cut stops bleeding, itโs because platelets are doing their job. Any changes in platelet levels can put you at risk for excessive bleeding and can be a sign of a serious medical condition .
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A CBC is . Blood cell counts that are too high or too low could signal a wide variety of conditions. Specialized tests are needed to diagnose a specific condition. Conditions that could cause an abnormal CBC and may require additional testing include:
๐ฅ Iron or other vitamin and mineral deficiencies
๐ฅ Bleeding disorders
๐ฅ Heart disease
๐ฅ Autoimmune disorders
๐ฅ Bone marrow problems
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