Have you recently received a Complete Blood Count (CBC) report and found yourself staring at terms like RBC, WBC, Hemoglobin, Platelets, MCV, MCH, and Hematocrit, wondering what they actually mean? You’re not alone. A CBC report is one of the most commonly performed blood tests, yet it often leaves patients confused because of its medical […]
Tag Archives: Platelet Count
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Jun
Jun
Thrombocytosis is a blood disorder in which the body produces an abnormally high number of platelets. Platelets are essential blood cells that help stop bleeding by forming clots. However, when platelet levels become too high, they may increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, and other complications. Thrombocytosis may occur as a temporary […]
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Feb
Feb
A lot of people use the terms anemia and low blood count in the same way. While they’re closely linked but they aren’t always identical. Understanding the distinction is essential as the proper diagnosis and treatment rely on the underlying issue. This article describes the definition of anemia the term used to describe anemia, what a is a low blood […]
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Dec
Dec
A low level of platelet count may cause fatigue easily bleeding, easy bruising gums and red marks on skin. The majority of my patients are searching for ways to boost their platelet count following dengue, viral infections chemotherapy or other blood conditions. Although food alone can’t be the cure for low platelets but the appropriate diet could […]
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Jul
Jul
Low platelets, also known medically in medical terms as thrombocytopenia, is a hematological disorder that manifests as a drop in the number of platelets below the normal range. Platelets are vital to clotting blood and aid in wound healing. If the platelet count is low, the body’s ability to reduce bleeding is affected. A healthy individual usually will have a […]