What does it mean to have a blood count of 173?
A higher blood count indicates that you may be having some abnormality.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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.
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 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
Though rarely red blood cell count can fluctuate week to week depending on diet, hydration and stress levels.
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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