Do red blood cell counts fluctuate from week to week?
Though rarely red blood cell count can fluctuate week to week depending on diet, hydration and stress levels.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
RBC is a type of blood cell that is made in the bone marrow and found in the blood which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body. Haemoglobin is found only in red blood cells and the count is about 25 million per cell.
The cells in the blood are counted during the CBC test. It is automated and gives approximately accurate results.
Yes, dehydration may cause homoconcentration which can double the white blood cells in healthy people. Though rarely but it is advised to get a retest done after being fully hydrated.
Low RBC counts are those below 4.7 for men, 4.2 for women, and 4.1 for children. This usually occurs due to anemia.
If you have a high TLC level in a blood test, it indicates that you might have an infection or suffer from an underlying medical condition.
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