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Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test
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A Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test assesses the different types of blood cells in your body, including platelets as well as both red and white blood cells.
Our kits are suitable for human use only and for adults aged 18+
To ensure prompt processing of your samples, kindly remember to have them collected and sent on weekdays (Mondays to Thursdays). Our Laboratory can run the tests on these specific biomarkers within 24 hours of receiving the samples.
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Biomarkers
- MPV
- Haematocrit
- MCHC
- RDW
- WBC
- Eosinophils
- Monocytes
- Platelet Count
- Haemoglobin
- MCV
- RBC
- Basophils
- Lymphocytes
- Neutrophils
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- Biomarkers
- Information
Mean corpuscular haemoglobin (MCH)
Platelet Count
Mean corpuscular volume (MCV)
White Blood Cell (WBC)
Eosinophils
Neutrophils
Mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration (MCHC)
Haemoglobin
Red Blood Cell (RBC)
Basophils
Monocytes
Haematocrit
Red blood cell distribution width (RDW)
Additional Insight from Dr Sameer Nakedar, MBBS, MRCGP, PGCert
When is a full blood count requested?
Additional Information
Why have a FBC Blood Test
It's important to have your blood checked as it's a vital part of your body functioning. The blood is responsible for many vital responses within the body. If your any of the vital proteins, enzymes or cells within the blood are not at healthy levels, it could be the cause of some illnesses.
38%
of pregnant women globally have anaemia
according to the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) iron deficiency affects 500 million people worldwide. It will also affect 29% of non-pregnant women during childbearing years due to iron loss through menstruation.
During childbearing years, there is a higher incidence of iron deficiency anaemia in women because they lose iron through menstruation and pregnancy.
14%
of non pregnant women in the UK are likely to have anaemia
according to NICE, 23% of pregnant women in the UK are likely to have anaemia. Iron deficiency anaemia remains a significant problem in the developed world and has a prevalence of 2–5% among adult men and postmenopausal women, and it is the reason for 4–13% of referrals to gastroenterologists
Experts Opinion FBC Tests
"A Full blood count (FBC) is a standard test performed by health professionals. This test can be used when a patient is unwell and even used to screen for other disorders associated with bleeding, blood cancers, and anaemias."
Dr Sameer Nakedar
MBBS, MRCGP, PGCert
How to take a Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test
Collecting a blood sample for your finger prick home test is straightforward. Watch the video below for more details on how to take a home blood test.
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Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test Information
Specification of Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test
- Test name: Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test
- Also known as & related tests: Complete blood count (CBC) test, Full blood panel, Blood cell count test
- Biomarkers:
- Test tube: EDTA (Purple microtainer)
- Brand: Welzo
- Turn around time: Approx. 24 hours
- Lab test ranges:
- Test Kit Marking: MHRA/UKCA
- Location of Lab: United Kingdom
What does a Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test for?
A Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test tests for the following: .
Are Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Tests available on the NHS?
The NHS offers Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Tests subject to eligibility requirements, consultations and local guidelines.
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