How are the cells in the blood counted during a test?
The cells in the blood are counted during the CBC test. It is automated and gives approximately accurate results.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
RBC is a type of blood cell that is made in the bone marrow and found in the blood which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body. Haemoglobin is found only in red blood cells and the count is about 25 million per cell.
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.
If you have a high TLC level in a blood test, it indicates that you might have an infection or suffer from an underlying medical condition.
Last updated on 16 Oct 2023
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.
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