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What is the meaning of a high RBC count?
What is the meaning of a high RBC count?
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.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Related Questions
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
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
What does an FBC (full blood count) positive result mean?
A positive result of full blood count means that you may have unsually high or low blood cells. This may indicate a condition or infection or diseases. Your doctor will help you find the exact cause.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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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