Platelet Count Blood Test

A platelet count blood test is done to check the number of platelets in the blood. This test is done as a part of a complete blood count test to screen various conditions that interfere with blood clotting.

Why is the Platelet Count blood test Prescribed?

A doctor may prescribe the platelet count test

To help diagnose various viral infection

To monitor or diagnose various conditions that cause too much bleeding or clotting.
Diagnose certain platelet diseases
To check for any bleeding disorders before surgery
To check platelet function in surgeries that have an increased risk of bleeding
To monitor patients who are taking blood thinners
In patients with prolonged bleeding after a minor cut or injury, Nosebleeds, red spots on the skin(petechiae), Purple spots on the skin (purpura), bruising on the skin, heavy menstrual bleeding.
In patients with numbness of hands and feet, dizziness, headache, weakness.

A platelet count test measures the number of platelets in the blood.

A low platelet count indicates thrombocytopenia, which causes too much bleeding after minor or major injury.
A high platelet count is called thrombocytosis, which causes blood clotting that can block blood flow.

Procedure and prerequisites

A blood sample is taken from the vein in the arm using a small needle. There is no need to fast if one is going only for a platelet count test, but if other blood tests are also recommended, the patient needs to fast as the doctor guides.

Reference range

150,000 to 450,000 platelets per microliter of blood

More than 450,000 platelets are known as thrombocytosis
less than 150,000 platelets are known as thrombocytopenia

These values are for theoretical reference and may vary from laboratory to laboratory.

Platelet Count (MPV Blood Test) in Kasargod

P0054

Daily

No Special Preparation Required

120.00000 minutes

₹180

Parameters

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