Platelet Count Test - Book at an Affordable Cost

What is a platelet count test?

Platelets are also known as thrombocytes, platelets are blood cells that are essential for clotting. Clotting is the process which helps in stopping the bleeding. These are found in the bloodstream at the site of injury and are fairly small in size. Platelets clump together at the damage site to create a mesh-like layer that can stop bleeding and create a clot.

Platelet count test is a simple blood test which determines the no of a  platelet in a blood so that the ability of a blood to clot can be determined. Changes in platelet count may indicate a chronic illness or a problem with the bone marrow, but further testing is required to determine the cause.

Purpose for the platelet count blood  test

• Early detection of the disease and identifying any underlying condition
• Monitoring the treatment effectiveness ,whether the ongoing treatment is effective or not  
• Monitoring the Platelet count is very useful in dengue disease.
• Platelet count test helps in diagnosing and managing the disease related to the bleeding 
• Platelet count test is also done in bone marrow disease

Symptoms that call for an PLT blood test

• Pale skin
• Fatigue
• High fever
• Nose bleeding
• Easily bruise
• Abdominal pain
• Delay in clotting even for a mild wounds
• Heavy menstrual cycle

Preparation for PLT blood test

• No special preparation such as fasting is needed for platelet count test
• Tell your doctor if your are taking any medication
• Take adequate rest before the test
• Keep yourself hydrated and calm

Procedure PLT blood test

• A lab technician will tie a rubber band around your arm to find a vein
• Then they will clean the skin using an alcohol swab or an antiseptic wipe
• After this a sterile needle is inserted into a vein to draw a blood sample you might feel a little sting when the needle is inserted into a vein
• After collecting the sample the needle is removed, and the sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis
• Puncture site is covered with a cotton ball or a bandage.

PLT blood test normal range

Platelets Normal range is 1,50,000 to 4,50,000 platelets per microliter of blood.

What do the platelet count results indicate

• High platelet counts indicate that the bone marrow produces unusually high levels of platelets in a body. Overproduction of platelets may potentially indicate an underlying infection and  further confirmatory tests need to be done.
• Low level of platelet indicates that the person's ability to clot is decreased and may have a problem related to bleeding disorders or other severe illness.

PLT blood test price in delhi

Platelet blood test price may vary based on the location and reputation of the diagnostic centre the average price is around Rs 100 to 200 but you can book platelet count blood test in delhi with ganesh diagnostic centre to get a discount upto 50%.

Tips to boost your platelets level

• Papaya : many studies have suggested that the papaya leaf extract can help in boosting the production of platelet production
• Green leafy vegetables: green leafy vegetables are packed with vitamins , folate and iron which is an essential nutrient for boosting the platelet count and red blood cell production
• Foods rich in vitamin C: Foods which are rich in vitamin C such a kiwi can aids in boosting the platelet production as vitamin C helps in platelet grouping as wells as help in the iron production which can increase the platelet count of the person
• Animal based products: animal based products such as meat, egg, fish etc are the rich source of vitamin B12 . And this vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for maintaining the health cells in a body. Low level of vitamin B12 in our body directly affects the platelet count level in our body , vitamin b12 deficiency can cause thrombocytopenia therefore it is important to maintain your vitamin B12 level 
• Avoid the consumption of alcohol: alcohol destroys the platelets count in a blood it not only destroys the folate level in a blood but also attacks the existing platelets and destroys them.
• Nutrient which can increase the platelet counts: consumption of foods which are rich in vitamins A,D,K , B12 ,Folate and Iron can increase the platelets levels in our body naturally

Get PLT blood test at affordable price only at ganesh diagnostic centre

• Our goal at Ganesh diagnostic centre is to make our diagnostic tests available at a reasonable price for everyone.
• We provide affordable tests without compromising the quality of our diagnostic test as we provide 100% accurate results.
• We are accredited with NABH and NABL
• We also provide free home sample collection services with no hidden charges
• We have a team of trained professional

Conclusion 

Platelet count test is useful in screening the platelet level in a body and can help in diagnosing serious illnesses. It is generally a part of routine checkup.

The cost of the platelet count test in Delhi is not very high. The diagnostic facility's service, the lab's atmosphere, hygienic practices, modern diagnostic equipment, and FDA-certified machinery accounts for the entire cost variance. Each of these factors could have a significant effect on the final cost. You can book this test at ganesh diagnostic centre with heavy discount .