CBC test in Surat - Price & Details

The complete blood count (CBC) test is a commonly performed blood test that provides an overall picture of your blood health. It measures the number and characteristics of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, along with related parameters that provide additional information about these cells. Red blood cells contain haemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues. White blood cells are an important part of the immune system and help the body fight infections and respond to inflammation. Platelets help form blood clots and prevent excessive bleeding. A CBC is often one of the first blood tests recommended by doctors when investigating a wide range of symptoms because changes in blood cell counts can provide clues about several health conditions. It may be advised during routine health check-ups or when symptoms such as persistent tiredness, weakness, fever, frequent infections, unexplained bruising, or bleeding are present. It is also used to help support diagnosis and monitoring of conditions such as anaemia, infections, inflammatory disorders, and certain blood-related conditions, as well as to monitor the effects of some treatments. An abnormal CBC result does not necessarily mean you have a disease and is interpreted along with your symptoms, medical history, and other test results.

A CBC test may be recommended in the following situations:

• Routine health check-ups - To provide an overall picture of blood health and identify abnormalities, even when you have no symptoms.
• Evaluation of symptoms - Persistent tiredness, weakness, dizziness, pale skin, fever, frequent infections, headaches, fainting, unexplained weight loss, easy bruising or bleeding.
• Suspected health conditions - It can help evaluate conditions such as anaemia, infections, inflammatory or autoimmune disorders, and certain blood or bone marrow disorders.
• Before surgery or cancer treatment - To assess blood counts and identify abnormalities that may affect treatment or procedures.
• Monitoring existing conditions - Regular CBC testing may be advised for certain blood, bone marrow, kidney, or autoimmune conditions.
• Monitoring treatment - It can help monitor the effects of treatments or medicines that may affect blood cell counts, such as chemotherapy or immunosuppressive medicines.
• During pregnancy - CBC is commonly included in prenatal care, particularly to check for anaemia and other blood count abnormalities in the pregnant woman.

A CBC can identify abnormalities in blood cell counts and characteristics that may provide clues to a range of health conditions, including:

• Anaemia - Low haemoglobin or red blood cell levels may indicate anaemia, which can have causes such as iron or vitamin deficiencies, blood loss, or chronic diseases.
• Infections - Changes in white blood cell counts, particularly the differential count, may provide clues to bacterial or viral infections.
• Inflammatory and autoimmune conditions - Abnormal white blood cell patterns can occur with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and other immune-related disorders.
• Blood and bone marrow disorders - Abnormal RBC, WBC, or platelet counts may occur in disorders affecting blood-cell production.
• Blood cancers - Changes in blood cell counts can raise suspicion of conditions such as leukaemia and other blood cancers, although further tests are needed for diagnosis.
• Bleeding and clotting problems - Abnormal platelet counts may point to conditions affecting normal blood clotting.
• Certain chronic conditions - CBC abnormalities can also occur with conditions such as chronic kidney disease and may help doctors monitor their effects on blood cells.

Important: An abnormal CBC result does not necessarily mean you have one of these conditions. Many different factors can affect blood counts, so doctors interpret the results along with your symptoms, medical history, and other investigations.

What to Expect Before the Test?

A CBC test usually requires no special preparation, and you can generally eat, drink, and take your regular medicines unless your doctor has given different instructions. If your CBC is being done along with other blood tests, you may be asked to fast depending on those tests. This test can be scheduled at any time of day.

Before the test, tell your doctor about:

• All medicines and supplements you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
• Any recent illness, fever, or infection, as these can temporarily affect blood cell counts.
• Any history of bleeding, easy bruising, or blood disorders.
• Any ongoing medical conditions, particularly kidney, liver, autoimmune, or bone marrow disorders.
• Pregnancy status.
• Recent blood transfusion, surgery, or significant blood loss.
• Any ongoing treatment, especially chemotherapy, immunosuppressive medicines or other treatments that may affect blood cell counts.

What to Expect During the Sample Collection?

• The phlebotomist will clean the inside of your elbow with an antiseptic and place a tourniquet around your upper arm to make the vein easier to find. You may be asked to make a gentle fist, but avoid repeatedly pumping your hand, and keep your arm still.
• A sterile needle will be inserted into the vein to collect the blood sample. You may feel a brief pinprick or mild stinging sensation.
• Once enough blood has been collected, the needle will be removed. Gentle pressure will be applied to the site, followed by a small bandage to help stop the bleeding.

What to Expect After the Test?

• After the blood sample is collected, you can return to your usual daily activities immediately. There are no dietary or activity restrictions after the test.
• You may notice mild pain, tenderness, or a small bruise at the blood draw site. These symptoms are common and usually settle on their own within a day or two.
• Your CBC test report is generally available in a few hours to within a day. If the result is abnormal, your doctor may advise further tests before confirming a diagnosis and recommending treatment.

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 Surat at an affordable price of ₹ 349. Check the list below to compare CBC test prices across different cities:

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

• Adajan
• Vesu
• Pal
• Rander
• Dumas
• City Light
• Piplod
• Althan
• Amroli
• Limbayat
• Punagam
• Godadara
• Nanpura
• Sachin
• Varachha
• Katargam
• Sarthana
• Udhna
• Pandesara
• Utran

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