Anaemia Care Health Checkup

Anaemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells (RBC) or the level of haemoglobin is less than normal. Haemoglobin is essential to supply oxygen to different parts of the body, and without this, the cells will die. Anaemia is not a disease but a clinical condition, and it can occur due to a variety of causes. These include nutritional deficiencies such as iron, vitamin B-12, and folate deficiency, chronic conditions like kidney disease, and blood loss due to trauma or conditions like ulcers. It can also be caused by genetic disorders such as sickle cell disease and thalassemia, infections like malaria, which directly attack RBCs, and certain medications that suppress bone marrow function.

This checkup includes the complete blood count test (CBC) that helps detect anaemia along with its possible cause. It checks for several parameters in your body to determine how well your blood is carrying oxygen and helps assess overall health. Anaemia Care Health Checkup, also known as an anaemia profile, anaemia blood test, or anaemia test, can help identify whether there are any underlying problems like nutritional deficiencies, blood loss, or chronic diseases leading to anaemia and guide doctors in providing appropriate treatment.

This test can be done as part of a routine checkup. A doctor may also recommend it if anaemia is suspected based on your symptoms, medical history, or physical examination.

Common Symptoms to Watch For

• Weakness
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Shortness of breath
• Pale skin and tongue
• Headache
• Fast heartbeat

Who Should Consider This Test

• People with poor nutrition or low iron intake
• People with chronic diseases
• People with a family history of blood disorders
• Individuals with ongoing blood loss (such as from the stomach or intestines)
• People with symptoms like weakness
• People with signs like a pale tongue or brittle nails

The frequency of this test depends on your health condition and the doctor’s advice. It may be done during routine checkups or when low haemoglobin levels are suspected.

The following table explains when this test may be taken:

Note: This is for informational purposes only and should not replace medical advice. Please consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. Also, consult a doctor immediately, even if simple signs last longer; negligence of symptoms can worsen the condition over time.

This test helps identify anaemia and understand its underlying cause. It also helps detect health conditions that affect RBC or haemoglobin levels.

• Iron Deficiency Anaemia: This is the most common type of anaemia. It occurs when the body does not have enough iron to produce haemoglobin.
• Vitamin Deficiency Anemia: A lack of vitamin B 12 or folate can affect red blood cell production and lead to anaemia.
• Anaemia due to Chronic Diseases: Long-term conditions such as kidney disease or infections can reduce red blood cell production and cause anaemia.
• Blood Loss Related Anemia: Loss of blood from internal or external sources can lead to a decrease in haemoglobin levels.
• Genetic Blood Disorders: Conditions such as thalassemia or sickle cell anaemia that can cause anaemia.

By determining the cause of anaemia, these tests help guide appropriate treatment such as nutritional supplementation or further medical intervention.

This test includes several parameters that help assess RBC, haemoglobin levels, and possible causes of anaemia.

1. Iron Profile (4 Tests) : The iron profile, also known as the iron deficiency test, helps measure the amount of iron in the blood and how it is stored in the body. It is useful for detecting iron deficiency or excess.
   1. Serum Iron
   2. Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
   3. Transferrin Saturation
   4. UIBC (Unsaturated iron binding capacity) 
2. Complete Blood Count (CBC) (24 Parameters): The CBC test measures different types of blood cells and helps assess overall health. It is commonly used to detect anaemia and other conditions. 
   1. Absolute Eosinophil Count (AEC) 
   2. Haemoglobin (Hb) 
   3. Platelet Count 
   4. Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) 
   5. Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) 
   6. Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH) 
   7. Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) 
   8. Total Leukocyte Count (TLC/WBC Count) 
   9. Absolute Lymphocyte Count (ALC) 
   10. Absolute Basophil Count (ABC) 
   11. Packed Cell Volume (PCV) 
   12. Neutrophils 
   13. Lymphocytes 
   14. Monocytes 
   15. Eosinophils 
   16. Basophils 
   17. Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) 
   18. Absolute Monocyte Count (AMC) 
   19. Immature Granulocyte Percentage (IG%) 
   20. Red Cell Distribution Width - SD (RDW-SD) 
   21. Nucleated Red Blood Cells Percentage (NRBC%) 
   22. Immature Granulocytes (IG) 
   23. Nucleated Red Blood Cells (NRBC) 
   24. Red Cell Distribution Width - CV (RDW-CV) 
3. Urine Routine Test (24 Parameters)
   1. Specific Gravity
   2. pH
   3. Nitrite
   4. Protein (Urine Protein) 
   5. Glucose (Urine Glucose) 
   6. Ketones 
   7. Urobilinogen 
   8. Bilirubin (Urine Bilirubin) 
   9. Blood (Urine Blood) 
   10. Epithelial Cells 
   11. Casts 
   12. Crystals 
   13. Pus Cells 
   14. Colour 
   15. Appearance 
   16. Bile Pigment 
   17. Red Blood Cells (RBCs) 
   18. Yeast Cells 
   19. Bacteria 
   20. Volume 
   21. Bile Salt 
   22. Parasites 
   23. Mucus (MUCs) 
   24. Leukocyte Esterase 
4. Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): This test helps detect inflammation in the body and may indicate infections or chronic diseases.
5. Ferritin Test: Ferritin measures the stored iron in the body and helps assess iron deficiency.
6. Vitamin B12 Test: This test checks vitamin B 12 levels, which are important for red blood cell production and nerve function.
7. Folic Acid Test: Folic acid (Vitamin B 9) is essential for red blood cell formation. This test helps detect folate deficiency.
8. Reticulocyte Count Test: This test measures young red blood cells and helps assess bone marrow function.
9. G6PD Test: This test checks for G6PD deficiency, which can affect red blood cell survival.
10. Genetic Screening Tests (2 Parameters)
    1. Beta-Thalassemia Screening
    2. Sickling Test (for detecting sickle cell anaemia)

Each test in this package has its own normal range, which will be mentioned in your detailed report. The table below shows the expected normal values for some key parameters of the Anaemia Care Health Checkup test.

The following table shows what different test results in your report may possibly indicate.

Potential Risks and Complications:

Most tests in this health checkup involve blood sample collection, which is generally safe; however, you may experience mild pain or discomfort, or slight bleeding at the site of blood withdrawal, which usually resolves on its own within a few minutes.

Anaemia Care Health Checkup Test Limitations:

While these tests are useful, some limitations should be considered:

• Results may vary depending on the laboratory methods and reference ranges used.
• Some conditions may require additional confirmatory tests for accurate diagnosis.
• Certain parameters may be affected by underlying conditions or ongoing treatments.
• Sample handling, storage, and processing errors may affect test accuracy.

If abnormal results are found, additional tests may be recommended to confirm the diagnosis and identify the cause of anaemia. 

Further evaluation may include tests like bone marrow examination to assess blood cell production in certain cases. Imaging or endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy may be advised to identify sources of internal bleeding.