CBC test in Lucknow - Price & Details

A CBC, or complete blood count, is a blood test that helps assess your overall health. Your blood circulates throughout your body and carries clues from every cell, which show up in your blood reports. It can help support the diagnosis of various infections, conditions such as anaemia, blood disorders, or other chronic conditions. The CBC test is ordered alone or in combination with other tests as a supportive assessment. This test requires only a blood sample, with no special preparation needed. You can book this test online via the PharmEasy app or website to take advantage of home sample collection in Lucknow.

The CBC test is often included in routine health check-ups or diagnostic tests. Your doctor may order a CBC test for the following reasons:

• Routine health check-up - A complete blood profile provides a picture of your overall health and is often recommended for an annual health assessment.
• Evaluation of certain symptoms - Symptoms such as fatigue, sudden weight loss, nausea or vomiting, high fever, easy bleeding, pale skin, headaches, or fainting may indicate blood cell abnormalities. A CBC test can help evaluate these symptoms.
• Diagnose health conditions - A CBC test can support the detection of conditions such as anaemia, blood cancers, infections, and autoimmune disorders.
• Pre-surgery evaluation - Before surgery or cancer therapy, a CBC test is essential to assess overall health status.
• Monitor health conditions - CBC testing can be performed regularly to monitor patients with chronic illnesses such as blood or bone marrow disorders, autoimmune disorders, or kidney disorders.
• Monitor ongoing treatment - A CBC helps evaluate the effects of ongoing medications or treatments that may affect blood cell counts, such as chemotherapy, immunosuppressants, or antibiotics.
• Prenatal testing - The CBC test is commonly done during pregnancy to assess the mother’s overall health.

The CBC test provides valuable insights into your health and may indicate the presence of the following conditions:

• 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 the blood cells can indicate bone marrow dysfunction.
• Autoimmune disorders - CBC can support the assessment of conditions such as arthritis, lupus, and vasculitis.
• Nutritional deficiencies - Iron, Folate, or B12 deficiencies may appear in the blood as different types of anaemia.

Disclaimer: The above information is for educational purposes only. Always consult an expert for guidance to understand your clinical symptoms and test results better.

What to Expect Before the Test?

• No fasting is required before the test unless advised otherwise.
• Stay well hydrated before the test.
• Tell your healthcare provider about any recent illness or infection, as it may affect your test results.
• Provide information about any supplements and medications beforehand, as certain medications such as immunosuppressants or antibiotics may affect the test results.
• Consult your healthcare provider for any special instructions.

What to Expect During the Sample Collection?

A blood sample is required for the CBC test. Here is what you can expect during the sample collection:

• An elastic band is tied around your upper arm for better access to your veins.
• A needle is inserted into a vein in the inner arm to collect the blood sample.
• The needle is withdrawn once the sample is collected.
• A bandage is placed over the puncture site to help stop any minor bleeding.

What to Expect After the Test?

• The test procedure is usually safe, with minimal to no risks.
• You can resume your daily activities after the test.
• If you feel dizzy, take a rest for a few minutes to recover.

Note: If you notice anything unusual at the puncture site, such as persistent bleeding, a rash, or pain, consult your healthcare provider.

The CBC test covers a wide range of parameters, including various blood components and related values. Refer to the list below to understand the parameters:

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.

Check the tables below to understand the normal reference ranges of different blood parameters:

RBC Parameters

WBC Parameters

Platelet Parameters

Note: The normal values and reference ranges may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in your report and consult a doctor to understand your lab reports.

Abnormal levels of CBC parameters may be associated with various conditions and help support diagnosis alongside symptoms and medical history under an expert’s guidance.

Refer to the table below, which shows the parameters, their levels, and potential associations with certain conditions:

Disclaimer: This table shows a potential association between blood parameter levels and the above conditions and is for educational purposes only. Always consult an expert for a better interpretation of your test results.

PharmEasy offers the CBC test in Lucknow at an affordable price of INR 349. Check the list below to compare CBC test prices across different cities: 

You can book the CBC Test in Lucknow through PharmEasy with convenient home sample collection across several localities, including :

• Gomti Nagar
• Indira Nagar
• Aliganj
• Mahanagar
• Hazratganj
• Aminabad
• Chowk
• Jankipuram
• Vikas Nagar
• Rajajipuram
• Alambagh
• Ashiyana
• SGPGI
• Chinhat
• Kalyanpur
• Sushant Golf City
• Vrindavan Yojna
• Krishna Nagar
• Nirala Nagar
• Charbagh

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