What does the CBC Test Measure ?

A complete blood count is a common blood test that is often a part of a routine checkup or even in case of seasonal illness. Complete blood counts can help detect a variety of disorders including infections, anemia, diseases of the immune system and even blood cancers.

Abnormal levels of red blood cells, hemoglobin or hematocrit may be a sign of anemia, heart disease or low iron levels in your body.

Low white cell count may be a sign of an autoimmune disorder, bone marrow disorder, or cancer.

High white cell count may be a sign of an infection or a reaction to medicine.

Low platelet count can be a signal of blood cancer, alcoholic liver disease, viral infections like HIV, Hepatitis etc.

Why should I do the CBC Test ?

Ideally any test should be done on advise of doctor. However, CBC is a general test that can be done on your own as well. Incase you are having fever which is not improving even after 3 days of taking anti-pyretic medicine like Paracetamol then a CBC test may be done to rule out any infection. A doctor may also prescribe the test for initial diagnosis of any infection, cancer or any kind of anemia.

How is the CBC Test Done ?

The CBC test is a simple blood test with no need for fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home. at Maurya Labs, Purnea the test is done on a machine called Fully Automatic 6 part Haematology Analyzer which is the first and only one in entire Seemanchal region. The sample collection takes less than a minute.

How often should CBC Test be Done ?

CBC test alone is not required to be done on any particular interval of time. However, a complete health checkup or a full body check up should be done regularly. It is advised that people less than 40 years of age should get the whole body check up done once a year whereas those above 40 years of age should get it done once every six months. CBC test is part of all the health packages at Maurya Labs, Purnea, Bihar.