Reticulocyte Count near me in Kolkata

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No special preparation required

Understanding Reticulocyte Count in Kolkata

What is Reticulocyte Count in Kolkata?

The Reticulocyte Count is a blood test that measures the number of reticulocytes (immature red blood cells). It helps evaluate bone marrow function and assess the body’s ability to produce red blood cells, providing crucial insights into various blood disorders and conditions affecting red blood cell production. It is available with Tata 1mg labs at an affordable price in Kolkata.

This test is recommended when an individual experiences symptoms of anemia, such as fatigue, weakness, or pallor. It may also be used to evaluate the cause of blood loss, bone marrow dysfunction in individuals undergoing chemotherapy or those with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The reticulocyte count test is often performed alongside other tests, such as a complete blood count (CBC), to provide a comprehensive view of an individual’s overall health and hematological status. It can help monitor recovery after blood loss, or evaluate conditions affecting red blood cell production.

No special preparation is required for the Reticulocyte Count. Eat and drink as per your daily routine.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Reticulocyte Count in Kolkata

Frequently Asked Questions about Reticulocyte Count in Kolkata

Q. Is there any preparation required before the test?

Inform the doctor about the medications you may be taking. No other specific preparations are usually required before this test.

Q. Is there any risk associated with Reticulocyte Count test?

There is no risk associated with the test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to withdraw the blood sample, in rare cases, a patient may experience excessive bleeding, hematoma (blood collection under the skin) formation, bruising or infection at the site of needle prick.

Q. What additional tests can be prescribed by your doctor in case of an abnormal result of reticulocyte count test?

Additional tests that may be prescribed in case of abnormal Reticulocyte Count Test result are: · Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test · Hematocrit Test · Blood Iron Tests · Vitamin B12 and Folate Tests · Glucose-6 phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) Test · Erythropoietin Test · Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy

Q. What is Erythropoietin?

Erythropoietin or EPO is a protein that stimulates the formation of red blood cells. It is secreted by the kidneys and stimulates the production of red blood cells from the bone marrow. Normally, a low level of erythropoietin is constantly maintained in blood to stimulate production of RBCs in response to those RBCs which are lost after their completion of life cycle. However, secretion of erythropoietin is increased when there is hypoxia (deficiency of oxygen in cells) which may be caused due to lung conditions, or low amounts of RBCs because of excessive bleeding, hemolysis, etc. Rise in erythropoietin levels increase reticulocyte count, followed by rise in RBC count.

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