Total RBC Count

This test looks at how many red blood cells (RBC), also called erythrocytes, are in the blood. RBCs are made in the bone marrow. They have hemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen to the cells in the body. This test is mainly used to find out if someone has anemia. 

A healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet can help maintain adequate RBC levels.

Why done? 

Faintness, shortness of breath, dizziness, light-headedness, increased heart rate, headache, and pale skin are symptoms of a low RBC count. A high RBC count manifests as fatigue, shortness of breath, joint pain, tenderness in the palms and soles, itching, and insomnia.

Excessive RBC production can be caused by excessive smoking, hypoxia, congenital heart disease, dehydration, and renal cell carcinoma.

Procedure: 

A blood sample is needed. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed.

Required Documents for Red Blood Cell Count (RBC Count) Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After care: 

No care is required.

The cost of a red blood cell count (RBC Count) test in Delhi: 

The RBC Blood Test price varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.