Hematology Analyzer and Complete Blood Count Analysis

Complete Blood Count (CBC) Information

• A complete blood count does not include blood chemistry tests; it primarily measures blood cells and their components.
• Common CBC components are red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets.

Initial Health Assessment

• The first test typically requested by physicians to assess a patient's general health is the complete blood count (CBC).
• CBC helps to identify conditions such as infections, anemia, and other disorders.

RBC Distribution Width (RDW)

• RBC distribution width measures the variation in the size of red blood cells.
• A higher RDW indicates a greater variation in cell size, which can suggest possible medical conditions.

Platelet Size Evaluation

• Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) is the parameter used to evaluate the size of platelets within a complete blood count.
• A larger MPV may indicate increased platelet production, often seen in conditions such as inflammatory disorders or after significant blood loss.

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