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What is platelet count?
What is platelet count?
What is platelet count?
A platelet count is a test that measures the number of platelets in your blood. Platelets are cells that help your blood clot.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
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How can a CBC detect cancer?
CBC test is done by pricking or collecting venous blood. The test shows the nutritional status and the number of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelet count which can help detect cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What is platelet count?
A platelet count is a test that measures the number of platelets in your blood. Platelets are cells that help your blood clot.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
Can a full blood test detect pregnancy and pick up HCG?
Yes, however this is not the right method to detect pregnancy.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
If a person has cancer, can he/she have a normal blood test?
Apart from leukemia, to detect other cancers one has to order other cancer marker tests
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
How can you test for leukemia at home?
There is no home test available for leukemia testing at home.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
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