Do red blood cell counts fluctuate from week to week?
Though rarely red blood cell count can fluctuate week to week depending on diet, hydration and stress levels.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Total leucocyte count (TLC) or white blood cell count measures the number of leucocytes in the body. The differential leucocyte count (DLC) measures the percentage of each type of WBC present in the blood. A differential count also can detect immature WBCs and abnormalities
If both your white blood cells and red blood cells are too high then you may be suffering from an undiagnosed medical condition.
Yes, dehydration may cause homoconcentration which can double the white blood cells in healthy people. Though rarely but it is advised to get a retest done after being fully hydrated.
High RBC count means high red blood cell count it occurs if you are living in a high altitude or you smoke. To compensate oxygen carrying capacity the body naturally increases the hemoglobin levels so that oxygen is supplied sufficiently in the body.
Low RBC counts are those below 4.7 for men, 4.2 for women, and 4.1 for children. This usually occurs due to anemia.
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