- female
- 40 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm just a little worried because my WBC count came back at 15,400. Is this within a normal range, or should I be concerned? What kind of effects could this have on my health, and is there a specific name for this condition?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Vomiting blood during pregnancy is a serious issue and requires immediate medical attention. Call emergency services or rush to the nearest hospital.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Haematologist
Answered 25/07/2025
0
0
More Haematology Health Queries
View allWhat are the 3 rarest blood types?
AB negative,O negative
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm a bit concerned after getting my blood test results. My hemoglobin level showed up at 17.7, which I've read could mean I have polycythemia. Do you think I should see a specialist about this? And if so, what kind of specialist would be the right one to get in touch with? I'm also curious about what might be causing this condition.
A hemoglobin level of 17.7 is indeed high and may indicate polycythemia, a condition that requires medical attention; it's essential to consult a specialist, specifically a hematologist (blood disorder specialist), to confirm the diagnosis, rule out underlying causes such as chronic hypoxia, sleep apnea, or kidney tumors, and develop a treatment plan to prevent potential complications like blood clots and strokes.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm looking at my CBC report and I'm not sure what to make of it. The PCV value is 35, which I understand might be low? Also, the neutrophil count is at 74, TC is 9000, and lymphocytes are at 21. Could you help clarify these numbers for me? I'm a bit concerned about the low PCV.
Low PCV (35%) suggests mild anemia, which could be caused by nutritional deficiencies or other health issues. High neutrophil count (74%) points to an active infection or inflammation in your body, most likely bacterial. Your total WBC count is normal, and your lymphocyte count is not alarmingly low.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Health Articles for you
View all
Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.