Question 1

How is sickle cell anemia diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Genetic testing can help determine which type of sickle cell disease you have or can help confirm a diagnosis if results from blood tests are not clear.

Question 2

Sickle Cell Test: Preparation, Procedure, Risks, and More

Accepted Answer

In adults, a blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm. In young children and babies, the blood sample is usually collected from a finger or heel.

Question 3

Does complete blood count reveal HIV?

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No complete blood count does not reveal HIV

Question 4

Can thalassemia be diagnosed with a simple blood test?

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No, a genetic test can reveal thallasemia

Question 5

Why does sickle cell anemia cause pain?

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Sickled cells traveling through small blood vessels can get stuck and block blood flow throughout the body that is one of the major reason of pain.

Question 6

How is anemia diagnosed and treated?

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Anemia refers to low levels of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin. it is diagnosed by CBC blood test and is treated by medicines and by taking iron ric foods.

Question 7

Do blood tests often require taking blood smears?

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Yes blood tests often require smear tests too

Question 8

What is a 5.8 hemoglobin test?

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Very low, must consult with a doctor

Question 9

Hematology: What does high RDW suggest in blood lab tests?

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A high RDW may mean that you have a medical condition that is they have variations in cell sizes

Question 10

What is the purpose of a hemoglobin test?

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To monitor your general health along with the amount of iron present in your blood

Question 11

Can a full blood count show if a person has hyperthyroidism?

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Hyperthyroidism causes mild decreases in total white blood cell count, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia and increases, normal or mild decreases in total white blood cell count.

Question 12

What if the PLT distribution width is 20.8 as per the blood report?

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If PLT is high it means there is variation in the cell size. Connect with a doctor to rule out blood vessel disorders and risks of certain cancers

Question 13

Why is my RDW low?

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A low RDW percentage means that red blood cells are not very different in size from typical measurements

Question 14

Which blood tests detect if a person is a carrier of thalassemia?

Accepted Answer

Two blood tests mainly hemoglobin electrophoresis and genetic testing are tests that detect thalasemmia

Question 15

My blood MCH and MCV are slightly below normal range?

Accepted Answer

Connect with a doctor for proper guidance

Question 16

What does it mean if you have low MCHC and high RDW?

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It might indicate you have anemia

Question 17

How to calculate a left shift in a complete blood count?

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This is done by dividing the individual counts of each type by the total white blood cell count. A technician will do it for you.

Question 18

What does it mean if RDW(CV) is about 18? Is it late?

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No, it means you have infections or any disorder consult with a doctor.

Question 19

What does it mean if my RDW is 23?

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It means that you may have bacterimia or any other viral illnesses.

Question 20

Can I have a blood sugar test during periods?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can

Question 21

How to reduce my RDW blood results?

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By consulting a doctor and taking a balanced diet which has all the nutricious components such as vitamin B12 and iron which will help reduce RDW in blood.

Question 22

How can you detect malignant white blood cells?

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By taking a blood test that measures malignancies such as CBC test

Question 23

Do doctors call right away with bad test results?

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It depends upon what you have been diagnosed with. If you have been diagnosed with minor ailments the doctor will not call right away.

Question 24

What should be taken or eating to quickly complete anemia?

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Iron rich fortified foods along with medications so that one can come out of anemia

Question 25

What is genetic testing for thalassemia?

Accepted Answer

Two blood tests mainly hemoglobin electrophoresis and genetic testing are tests that detect thalasemmia

Question 26

Where are the best blood test services?

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Apollo23/7 Lab Test gives the best test services.

Question 27

What is the difference between a TLC test and a WBC?

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TLC stands for total leukocyte count and WBC stands for white blood cells which helps the body fight infections

Question 28

Can a CBC test determine if you have COVID?

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No, ideally covid 19 antibody blood test is the test which is used to detect covid in the blood

Question 29

Is an anemic blood test the same as an iron blood test?

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Yes in CBC one can find whether a person is anemic or not.

Question 30

Where can you get the best, online, lab test?

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Apollo23/7 Lab Test.

Question 31

How much blood do they take during a lab draw?

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Not more than 10 mililitres

Question 32

What lab tests are included in a SMA7?

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The seven blood markers tests include blood urea nitrogen (BUN), carbon dioxide, creatinine, glucose, serum chloride, serum potassium, and serum sodium.

Question 33

What kind of machine tests our blood?

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They are computerised hematology analysers

Question 34

Why do blood tests results vary with different labs?

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This is because each lab has different machines and a unique way of processing samples which may give minor fluctuations in result.

Question 35

What blood tests do they do when you are pregnant?

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full blood count, blood group and Rhesus status (positive or negative), sickle cell anemia and other infectious diseases which include HIV, Syphyllis, hepatitis B

Question 36

How many hours should you sleep before making a blood test?

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Usually 6 to 7 hours of sleep is recommended

Question 37

How long should a person keep blood test results?

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A person should keep test results atleast for 6 months for medical reference

Question 38

What does your Complete Blood Count (CBC) tell you?

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Complete blood count tells you that how healthy you are or if you have any infections in the body.

Question 39

How to know if my blood count is normal?

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The only way to know is to do a blood test

Question 40

Is a 12.6 white blood cell count high?

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It is slightly high. You are recommended to speak with a doctor

Question 41

Is a white blood cell count of 12 and RDW-CV 15 normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 42

Is 18000 a good number to have?

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Yes, 18,0000 is a good number

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