Rbc Count in Sector 63, Gurgaon

Q: How is the blood sample taken?

To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to make a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. The needle is then inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.

Q: What is anemia?

When the number of red blood cells becomes low than normal, this condition is known as anemia.

Q: What are the symptoms of anemia?

The symptoms of anemia include dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual heartbeat, headache, pain, problems with growth, shortness of breath, pale or yellow skin, cold hands and feet, tiredness, or weakness.

Q: What are the causes of anemia?

Anemia can be mainly caused due to blood loss, decreased or faulty blood cell production, and destruction of red blood cells.

Q: What is Polycythemia?

When the number of red blood cells becomes more than normal, this condition is known as polycythemia.

Also Known as TRBC, Red Blood Cell Count, Erythrocyte Count, Total Red Blood Cell

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SAMPLE TYPE

BLOOD

GENDER

Both

AGE GROUP

7 years & above

The RBC count is also known as the Red Blood Cell count or Erythrocyte count. It helps to determine the number of red blood cells. It also helps in diagnosing or monitoring the conditions that affect the red blood cells. The RBC count is done: • As a part of complete blood count • In case of signs or symptoms of anemia or polycythemia • To monitor the conditions that affect the red blood cells

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to make a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. The needle is then inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What is anemia?
When the number of red blood cells becomes low than normal, this condition is known as anemia.
What are the symptoms of anemia?
The symptoms of anemia include dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual heartbeat, headache, pain, problems with growth, shortness of breath, pale or yellow skin, cold hands and feet, tiredness, or weakness.
What are the causes of anemia?
Anemia can be mainly caused due to blood loss, decreased or faulty blood cell production, and destruction of red blood cells.
What is Polycythemia?
When the number of red blood cells becomes more than normal, this condition is known as polycythemia.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results