It is recommended:If you are having the symptoms of anaemia, such as fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, or problems concentrating.If you are having other symptoms of blood cell changes, such as fever, infection, or weakness.When you are receiving the treatment that can affect your blood cell counts, such as chemotherapy.To analyse a long-term health problem that may change your blood count results, such as chronic kidney disease.
The Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count test measures:The number of RBCs in the blood. RBCs are produced in the bone marrow and contain haemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen to the tissues in the body. The RBC count is the number of RBCs contained in a sample of blood, usually expressed as millions of cells per microliter (cells/mcL).The RBC evaluation is used to help diagnose red blood cell disorders such as anaemia, a condition in which your body does not make enough healthy red blood cells.In a complete blood count, RBCs are analysed along with white blood cells (WBCs) and platelets. These cells are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream as they mature. In the blood, these cells are suspended in a fluid called .
The Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count test is prescribed by your doctor after a complete assessment of your symptoms and conditions.
4.2 to 5.4 million cells/mcL 4.7 - 6.1 million cells/mcL
We require a blood sample for this test.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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