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- SummaryA CBC Test measures the levels of different blood cells in your body, testing white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets, and haemoglobin and more related parameters. This test gives key insights about various infections, blood disorders and even some cancers. CBC test is done by taking a blood sample from the vein in your arm, fasting is not required for this test. Read more
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Overview
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) test is a routine blood test also known as a complete blood picture, haemogram, or complete blood profile. It checks the size, number, and levels of various blood parameters, such as red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), haemoglobin, and platelets. It helps detect conditions that can cause variations in these parameters, such as infections, nutritional deficiencies, certain cancers, and clotting disorders. It is often recommended alone or in combination with other tests. A blood sample is needed for this test, and fasting is usually not required.
When and Who Should Get a CBC Test Done?
The CBC test is often used as a part of annual health checkups or diagnostic tests. It is ideal for all age groups. Depending on the purpose, your doctor may recommend this test in the following situations:
- Evaluation of symptoms: Symptoms such as fatigue, sudden weight loss, nausea or vomiting, high fever, bleeding, pale skin, headaches, or fainting may indicate infections or anaemia. A CBC test can help evaluate these symptoms.
- Diagnose illnesses: A CBC test can help diagnose various acute or chronic illnesses alone or in combination with other tests.
- Pre-surgery evaluation: Before surgery or cancer therapy, a CBC test is essential to assess overall health status.
- Monitor health: The CBC test is often used for routine health checks or to monitor the health of those with pre-existing conditions or undergoing treatment.
- Prenatal testing: The CBC test is commonly advised during pregnancy to assess the mother's and baby’s overall health.
What Conditions Can a CBC Test Help Detect?
Variations in blood composition can suggest certain underlying health conditions, such as:
- Anaemia - Abnormal levels of certain parameters, such as haemoglobin, can help detect underlying anaemia.
- Infections - Changes in the white blood cell count may sometimes indicate bacterial or viral infections.
- Blood cancer - Significant changes in blood cell counts may help detect certain blood cancers, such as leukaemia or lymphoma.
- Platelet disorders - Abnormal platelet levels impair normal blood clotting and lead to bleeding or clotting disorders.
- Bone marrow disorders - Since the bone marrow forms blood cells, changes in blood cells can indicate bone marrow dysfunction.
- Autoimmune disorders - CBC can support the assessment of conditions such as arthritis, lupus, and vasculitis.
Disclaimer: The above information is for educational purposes only. Always consult an expert for guidance to better understand the variations in your blood composition.
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CBC Test Preparation
What to Expect Before the Test
- Fasting is usually not required before the test.
- Inform your doctor about any supplements and medicines prior to the test.
- Consult your healthcare provider for any special instructions to follow before the test.
What to Expect During the Sample Collection
A blood sample is collected using a routine procedure that takes only a few minutes. The steps involve:
- An elastic band is tied around your upper arm for better access to your veins.
- The area is cleaned with an antiseptic.
- A needle is inserted into a vein in the inner arm to collect the blood sample.
- The needle is withdrawn, and a bandage is placed over the puncture site to help stop any minor bleeding.
What to Expect After the Test
- Blood sample collection is usually safe with minimal to no risks.
- Feeling dizzy for a few seconds is normal and usually improves with a little rest.
- You can return to daily activities on the same day.
Note: If you notice anything unusual at the puncture site, such as persistent bleeding, a rash, or pain, consult your healthcare provider.
What are the Parameters Included in a CBC Test?
The CBC test measures the number, size, and levels of blood cells and related parameters, such as:
Red Blood Cell (RBC) Parameters
- RBC count - Number of red blood cells
- Haemoglobin (Hb) - A protein that carries oxygen
- Haematocrit (Hct/PCV) - Percentage of blood made up of RBCs
- MCV (mean corpuscular volume) - Average size of RBCs
- MCH (mean corpuscular haemoglobin) - Amount of haemoglobin per RBC
- MCHC (mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration) - Concentration of haemoglobin in RBCs
- RDW (red cell distribution width) - Variation in RBC size
White Blood Cell (WBC) Parameters
- Total WBC count (TLC) - Total number of white blood cells
- Differential count (DLC) - Types of WBCs:
- Neutrophils
- Lymphocytes
- Monocytes
- Eosinophils
- Basophils
Platelet Parameters
- Platelet count (PLT) - Number of platelets
- MPV (mean platelet volume) - Average size of platelets
- PDW (platelet distribution width) - Variation in platelet size
- Plateletcrit (PCT) -Volume occupied by platelets in blood
- Platelet to large cell ratio (PLCR) -Percentage of large platelets among total platelets
Normal Range of CBC Test Parameters
RBC Parameters
|
Parameter |
Normal reference range |
|---|---|
|
RBC |
4.5 - 5.5 x 10⁶/μL |
|
Haemoglobin [Hb] |
|
|
Haematocrit |
40% - 50% |
|
MCV |
83 - 101 fL ( in femtolitre or cubic micrometres (µm3)) |
|
MCH |
27 - 32 pg/RBC (in picograms per cell) |
|
MCHC |
31.5 to 34.5 g/dL |
|
RDW-SD |
39 - 46 fL |
|
RDW-CV |
11.6 - 14% |
WBC Parameters
|
Parameter |
Normal reference range |
|---|---|
|
Total leucocyte count (WBC) |
4.0 - 10.0 x 10³/μL |
|
Neutrophils |
40 - 80% |
|
Lymphocyte percentage |
20 - 40% |
|
Monocytes |
2 - 10% |
|
Eosinophils |
1- 6% |
|
Immature granulocyte percentage (IG%) |
0 - 0.5% |
|
Neutrophils - absolute count |
2.0 - 7.0 x 10³/μL |
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Lymphocytes - absolute count |
1.0 - 3.0 x 10³/μL |
|
Monocytes - absolute count |
0.2 - 1 x 10³/μL |
|
Basophils - absolute count |
0.02 - 0.1 x 10³/μL |
|
Eosinophils - absolute count |
0.02 - 0.5 x 10³/μL |
Platelet Parameters
|
Parameter |
Normal reference range |
|---|---|
|
Platelet count |
150,000 - 400,000/μL or mm3 |
|
MPV |
6.5 - 12.0 femtolitres (fL) |
|
PDW |
9.6 - 15.2 fL |
|
Platelet to large cell ratio (PLCR) |
19.7 - 42.4% |
|
Plateletcrit (PCT) |
0.19 - 0.39% |
Note: The normal values and reference ranges may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand your lab reports.
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CBC Test Result Interpretation
A complete blood profile can reveal a lot about your health, your body’s coping ability to pre-existing conditions, and your response to ongoing treatments. It can also help detect various conditions.
The table below shows the parameters, their levels, and potential association with certain conditions:
|
Parameter |
Level |
Potential interpretation |
|---|---|---|
|
Total RBC count |
High |
Dehydration, heavy smoking, sleep apnoea, chronic lung disease, renal tumours, or living at a high altitude. |
|
Low |
Anaemia, chronic kidney disease, RBC destruction, bone marrow disorders or damage, chronic inflammatory disease, internal bleeding, or nutritional deficiencies. |
|
|
Haemoglobin (Hb) |
High |
Polycythaemia vera, heart failure, or living at high altitudes. |
|
Low |
Iron deficiency, pregnancy, or heavy menstrual bleeding. |
|
|
Haematocrit (PCV) |
High |
Severe burns, shock, or extreme dehydration. |
|
Low |
Overhydration, bone marrow failure, or nutritional deficiency. |
|
|
MCV |
High |
Vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, liver disease, hypothyroidism, or alcoholism. |
|
Low |
Thalassaemia, iron deficiency, or chronic lead poisoning. |
|
|
MCH |
High |
Macrocytic anaemia or overactive thyroid. |
|
Low |
Microcytic anaemia or copper deficiency. |
|
|
MCHC |
High |
Hereditary spherocytosis or autoimmune red cell breakdown. |
|
Low |
Sideroblastic anaemia, chronic inflammation, or iron deficiency anaemia. |
|
|
RDW |
High |
Mixed nutritional deficiencies (e.g., Iron and B12 together). |
|
Low |
Usually normal; cells are of very uniform size. |
|
|
Total WBC count |
High |
Viral or bacterial infections, tissue injury, intense physical stress, inflammation, leukaemia, myeloproliferative neoplasm, allergies, or asthma. |
|
Low |
Viral infections (HIV/AIDS, hepatitis), sepsis, bone marrow disorders, autoimmune conditions, lymphoma, dietary deficiencies, or the use of certain medications. |
|
|
Neutrophils |
High |
Acute bacterial infection, gout, inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, trauma, heart attack, burns, stress, rigorous exercise, certain leukaemias, Cushing syndrome, or usage of steroids. |
|
Low |
B12 deficiency, sepsis, severe infections, especially viral, autoimmune disorders, bone marrow damage (chemotherapy, radiation therapy), or congenital neutropenia. |
|
|
Lymphocytes |
High |
Acute viral infections (chickenpox, CMV, EBV, herpes, rubella), whooping cough, TB, toxoplasmosis, ulcerative colitis, or lymphoproliferative disorders (CLL, lymphoma). |
|
Low |
Recent steroid treatment, malnutrition, radiation, autoimmune disorders, HIV, viral hepatitis, typhoid, influenza, COVID-19, or bone marrow suppression. |
|
|
Monocytes |
High |
Tuberculosis, fungal infection, malaria, bacterial endocarditis, collagen vascular diseases (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), or monocytic leukaemia. |
|
Low |
Hairy cell leukaemia, severe bone marrow stress or damage, aplastic anaemia, or chemotherapy. |
|
|
Eosinophils |
High |
Asthma, hay fever, drug reactions, skin allergies, parasitic infections, coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, some cancers, or connective tissue disorders. |
|
Low |
Acute stress or use of corticosteroid medicines. |
|
|
Basophils |
High |
Chronic inflammation (ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis), rare blood disorders, rare allergic reactions, certain leukaemias, or uraemia. |
|
Low |
Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) or hyperthyroidism. |
|
|
Platelet count |
High |
After surgery, iron deficiency, cancers (lung, gut, breast, ovarian), lymphoma, rheumatoid arthritis, or chronic inflammation. |
|
Low |
Dengue, malaria, liver cirrhosis, vitamin B12 deficiency, sepsis, leukaemia, lymphoma, myelodysplasia, ITP, measles, hepatitis, or chemotherapy. |
|
|
MPV |
High |
Diabetes, heart disease, or early recovery from blood loss. |
|
Low |
Aplastic anaemia or certain cytotoxic drugs. |
|
|
PDW |
High |
Sickle cell disease or active platelet destruction. |
|
Low |
Normal indicates platelets are very similar in size. |
Disclaimer: This table shows the potential association of blood parameter levels with the above conditions and is for educational purposes only. Always consult an expert for a better interpretation of your test results.
Areas We Serve in Bengaluru
You can book CBC Test in Bengaluru through PharmEasy with convenient home sample collection across several localities, including :
- Indiranagar
- Koramangala
- HSR Layout
- Whitefield
- Marathahalli
- Electronic City
- Jayanagar
- JP Nagar
- Banashankari
- BTM Layout
- Yelahanka
- Hebbal
- Malleshwaram
- Rajajinagar
- Basavanagudi
- Bellandur
- Mahadevapura
- KR Puram
- Kalyan Nagar
- Richmond Town
You can also check service availability during purchase by entering your pincode.
CBC Test Sample Collection: Home vs. Diagnostic Lab
Check the table below to know more about the home sample collection service offered by PharmEasy Labs compared with other diagnostic labs.
|
Feature |
Home collection (PharmEasy) |
Traditional diagnostic lab |
|---|---|---|
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Convenience |
High - sample collected from your home or office. |
Low - requires travelling and waiting in queues. |
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Time saving |
Maximum - no travel time. You choose the time slot. |
Minimum - depends on traffic and lab wait time. |
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Safety & comfort |
Safe - helps avoid exposure to other sick patients. |
Moderate - exposure to crowded waiting areas. |
|
Process |
A professional phlebotomist visits you. |
You must visit the facility during its hours. |
|
Report access |
Digital - reports are sent directly to your app or email. |
Often requires a second visit for physical copies. |
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