Complete Blood Count (CBC)
CBC is a common blood test performed as part of routine checkups. It provides valuable information about your overall health and can help screen for diseases and assess nutritional status.
Components of CBC:
* Hemoglobin (Hgb): Total amount of hemoglobin in the blood.
* Hematocrit (Hct): Percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells.
* Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Average size of red blood cells.
* Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH): Average weight of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
* Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC): Average concentration of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
* Platelet Count: Number of platelets, essential for blood clotting.
* White Blood Cell Count: Number of white blood cells, which fight infections.
Indications for CBC:
CBC helps evaluate symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, and bruising. It can also aid in diagnosing conditions like anemia, leukemia, malaria, and infections.
Normal Ranges for CBC:
Hemoglobin
* Men: 13.0 - 17.0 g/dL
* Women: 11.5 - 15.5 g/dL
Hematocrit
* Men: 40 - 55%
* Women: 36 - 48%
Platelet Count
* Adult: 150,000 - 400,000/mL
White Blood Cell Count
* Adult: 5,000 - 10,000/mL
Procedure:
* Blood is drawn from a vein in your arm.
* It is collected in a special container and sent to a laboratory for analysis.
* The procedure typically takes a few minutes.
Interpretation:
Your healthcare provider will interpret your CBC results based on reference ranges established for each component. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to ask for clarification.
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