- Female
- 33 Years
- 03/09/2025
I would like to understand what a peripheral smear means in a blood report. Could you please let me know if it indicates a serious problem? Also, kindly suggest if there is any specific diet that should be followed. I have attached my report for your reference.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Bhanu Prakash
General Practitioner
- MBBS
- AFIH
- Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
- Fellowship in critical care medicine
- 10+ Yrs
It checks blood cell shape, size, and abnormalities (like anemia or infection). Not serious unless findings are abnormal. Iron rich food (leafy greens, beetroot, jaggery) may help.
Dr. Bhanu Suggests...
Take a COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC) Test or Take a IRON STUDIES (IRON + TIBC) Test
Answered 03/09/2025
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