CBC test in Visakhapatnam - Price & Details

The complete blood count (CBC), also known as a complete blood picture, is a routinely advised blood test that evaluates your blood and its cellular components. The size, number, and other characteristics of your red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are studied in detail. Red blood cells, which contain haemoglobin, help transport oxygen to various parts of your body. White blood cells are a very important part of your immune system; they fight infections and take part in the inflammatory response. Platelets aid in controlling bleeding by helping with normal blood clotting pathways of the body. Your doctor may recommend a CBC test during routine health tests or when there are symptoms such as fever, extreme tiredness, infections, unusual bleeding, or bruising, headaches, or unexplained weight loss. This test helps to evaluate anaemia, infections, inflammatory disorders, and blood-related conditions. It is also advised before surgical procedures and for monitoring certain health conditions and the effects of some medicines on the body. An abnormal CBC result may not always indicate a health condition. It is always interpreted along with symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and other investigations.

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?

• No fasting is required. You can eat and drink normally before the CBC test. Stay well hydrated to make it easier for the phlebotomist to find a vein for the blood sample.

Inform your doctor about:

• Medicines, supplements, and herbal products that you are taking.
• If you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
• Recent illnesses, infections, or fever.
• Previously diagnosed ongoing health conditions.
• Medical treatments or procedures that you are currently undergoing or underwent recently.
• Recent history of severe blood loss.
• If you have a history of abnormal bleeding, bruising, or any diagnosed bleeding disorders.
• Wear a short-sleeved or loose-fitting top to allow easy access to the inside of your arm for blood sample collection.
• Tell the phlebotomist if you have a bleeding disorder or are taking blood-thinning medicines before the blood sample is collected.
• The CBC test can be scheduled for any time of day.

What to Expect During the Sample Collection?

• The PharmEasy phlebotomist will arrive at your home at the scheduled time.
• You will be seated comfortably on a chair and they will clean a small area on your arm with an antiseptic.
• An elastic band will be placed around your upper arm to make the vein easier to locate.
• A needle will be inserted into the vein. You may feel a brief prick.
• Once the required amount of blood has been collected, the needle will be removed, and pressure will be applied to the site to reduce bleeding.
• If you feel anxious, dizzy, or have a fear of needles, let the phlebotomist know. They can help you feel more comfortable, such as making you lie down if needed.
• Try to avoid looking at the needle, focus on your breathing, and listen to some music during the procedure to make the process less stressful.

What to Expect After the Test?

• After the procedure, the phlebotomist will place a small bandage over the site. Keep the bandage on for 1 to 2 hours or as advised.
• Avoid lifting heavy objects or strenuous activities with the affected arm for the rest of the day to reduce the risk of bruising or bleeding.
• Your blood sample will be labelled and sent to a laboratory, where it is processed and analysed using standardised equipment and testing procedures.
• A qualified laboratory professional will verify the results before they are made available. Your doctor will interpret the results in the context of your symptoms, medical history, and other investigations.

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

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.

Various elements contribute to the variation in the cost of a CBC test. Nevertheless, the price for a CBC test at PharmEasy in Visakhapatnam typically starts around INR 349. For more information, you can compare CBC test prices in different major Indian cities.

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

• MVP Colony
• Dwaraka Nagar
• Seethammadhara
• Siripuram
• Dabagardens
• Maharanipeta
• Gopalapatnam
• Gajuwaka
• NAD Junction
• Marripalem
• Madhurawada
• PM Palem
• Muralinagar
• Yendada
• Pendurthi
• Simhachalam
• Kurmannapalem
• Pedagantyada
• Kailasapuram
• Allipuram

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