While measuring reticulocytes in bone marrow, the test helps find specific types of anemia.
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A reticulocyte count test measures your bone marrow's immature red blood cells (RBC), or reticulocytes. The human body makes these reticulocytes in your bone marrow and sends them into your bloodstream. A healthcare provider or doctor asks you to perform the reticulocyte count test to check if your bone marrow is healthy and has the right amount of red blood cells. If you have too few reticulocytes, your tissues may not get enough oxygen. However, if you have too many, there is a probability that you could be at risk of blood clots or other health concerns. Having reticulocytes more or less indicates a serious health issue, including anemia when red blood cells are destroyed earlier than normal (hemolytic anemia). It can leave you feeling weak and tired, short of breath, or having headaches and chest pain—other conditions such as bone marrow failure, liver disease, and chronic kidney disease. The reticulocyte test is one of the ways to diagnose and monitor conditions that affect your red blood cells.
If your doctor has suggested the test, Redcliffe Labs is the best omnichannel pan-India diagnostic service provider, from which you can book a reticulocyte count test with 100% convenience. Our highly trained and well-qualified team includes professional phlebotomists who visit your home to collect your blood sample. So, why wait? Book a Reticulocyte Count Test with Healthy India Ki Trusted Lab, Redcliffe Labs.
Also known as | Reticulocyte index test, retic count, reticulocyte test |
Purpose | To examine the bone marrow’s activity in producing red blood cells and diagnose the anemia types. |
Preparation | No special preparations are required. Do not consume alcohol or smoke before the test. |
Fasting | No fasting is required. |
Get reports within | 12 hours |
Cost | INR 299 |
A doctor may ask you for a reticulocyte count test to check:
Besides these conditions, there are other scenarios in which a doctor may suggest the test, such as
Irrespective of the reason, if your healthcare provider has suggested a reticulocyte count test based on the following symptoms, it is vital to get tested in time to evaluate your red blood cell conditions and take appropriate measures accordingly.
The reticulocyte count test helps determine the number or percentage of reticulocytes in the blood. This information is used to evaluate conditions that affect RBCs, such as anemia or bone marrow disorders.
The main purpose of the reticulocyte count test includes:
No special preparations are required for the test. However, certain guidelines should be followed for accurate test results.
Please feel free to ask any questions or doubts regarding the test preparations with your healthcare provider to ensure the measurements are appropriately taken, and the test results are accurate.
The reticulocyte count test procedure is small and simple. It includes the following steps:
In earlier years, the reticulocyte count test procedure involved doctors putting a drop of blood on a microscopic slide to count the number of reticulocytes. Nowadays, machines calculate the results of almost all reticulocyte count tests. The procedure is very simple and has no associated risks. The pain and the bruise on the puncture site will disappear after a few days.
If the symptoms continue to exist, seek medical attention immediately.
A reticulocyte count is a percentage of the total RBC in your body sample. The normal reticulocyte count range in adults is between 0.5% and 2.5% in adults and 2% and 6% in infants.
In the case of a lower-than-normal reticulocyte count, you may have the following:
In the case of a higher-than-normal reticulocyte count (reticulocytosis), it may mean:
Contact your healthcare provider to know what your test results mean.
When it is a matter of your health, a delay should never be made to protect your body from harmful repercussions. Hence, if your doctor has suggested a reticulocyte count test, delay no more and book now with Redcliffe Labs. You can get tested with us at a reasonable reticulocyte count test price of INR 299. You can avail of our doorstep sample collection service. Book a slot to get your blood sample picked up within 45 minutes and accurate test results within a given time frame. So, why wait anymore? Book a reticulocyte test now!
City Name | Discounted Price |
Delhi | ₹299 |
Ahmedabad | ₹299 |
Mumbai | ₹299 |
Bangalore | ₹299 |
Noida | ₹299 |
Pune | ₹299 |
Lucknow | ₹299 |
Hyderabad | ₹299 |
Chennai | ₹299 |
Gurgaon | ₹299 |
Jaipur | ₹299 |
Faridabad | ₹299 |
Indore | ₹299 |
Patna | ₹299 |
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