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What does it mean to have a blood count of 173?

What does it mean to have a blood count of 173?

A higher blood count indicates that you may be having some abnormality.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

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Should I be concerned if my RBC is 4.13 low?

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.

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Why is hemoglobin not present in white blood cells?

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.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

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What is the meaning of a high RBC count?

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.

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What is an hemogram and what is it used for?

The hemogram test includes hemoglobin, white blood cell count, platelet count, and detailed red blood cell indices. Automated complete blood count also gives information for differential which gives information about percentages and absolute numbers of different subgroups of white blood cells.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

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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.

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