How are the cells in the blood counted during a test?
The cells in the blood are counted during the CBC test. It is automated and gives approximately accurate results.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Total leucocyte count (TLC) or white blood cell count measures the number of leucocytes in the body. The differential leucocyte count (DLC) measures the percentage of each type of WBC present in the blood. A differential count also can detect immature WBCs and abnormalities
If both your white blood cells and red blood cells are too high then you may be suffering from an undiagnosed medical condition.
High RBC count means high red blood cell count it occurs if you are living in a high altitude or you smoke. To compensate oxygen carrying capacity the body naturally increases the hemoglobin levels so that oxygen is supplied sufficiently in the body.
Though rarely red blood cell count can fluctuate week to week depending on diet, hydration and stress levels.
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