- Female
- 28 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been feeling okay, no fever or injuries, but I'm still a bit concerned. I recently got my blood work done, and my white blood cell count is at 11.8k and platelet count is 11.5 lakh. Not sure if this is something to worry about. What could be causing these numbers to be on the higher side?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Your bilirubin levels show a mild elevation, which can be caused by various factors such as:
Liver inflammation or injury Hemolytic anemia Gilbert's syndrome
Your ASTSGOT and ASTSGPT levels are slightly elevated, indicating mild liver stress.
Consult your doctor to discuss the results and determine the underlying cause.
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Haematologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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