Haemogram Test (Hb, TC, DC, ESR, Platelets)

It is a simple blood test to look for the levels of Hb (haemoglobin), TC (total count), DC (differential count), platelets in blood and ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate). This test shows general health of the person.

Hb test measures amount of haemoglobin in blood. The Hb is vital protein present in red blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to different tissues of the body and carbon dioxide back from tissues to the lungs. A low level of Hb indicates a condition called anaemia which can be due to different causes.

A total cholesterol (TC) blood test can help you figure out your cardiovascular well being and risk for heart disease. During a TC blood test, a healthcare provider is going to measure your overall cholesterol and also your low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, and triglycerides. This test can detect possible cholesterol imbalances that can harm your heart. Monitoring your TC blood test results over time enables you and your doctor to make lifestyle changes, medication, or several other measures to maintain optimum cholesterol and lower the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Routine TC blood tests are indicated for anyone with a family history of heart disease, family members at risk (such as obese or high blood pressure) or anyone interested in heart health prevention. Prevent future heart disease by scheduling regular TC blood tests and working with your healthcare team to control your cholesterol.

TC blood test measures the total number of white blood cells also called leucocytes in blood. Their function is to defend the body against various infections.

DC blood test measures the percentage of various components of white blood cells in blood. These components are neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes and monocytes.

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate tests measures how fast erythrocytes (red blood cells) settle down in a test tube containing blood sample. If ESR is high it may indicate inflammation which can be due to infection, injury, chronic disease or some immune disorder.

Platelet count measures platelets in blood. Platelets are also called thrombocytes.The function of platelets is stop bleeding by forming blood clot.

Why is haemogram test prescribed?

Your health care provider may prescribe this test in various conditions:

What are the components of Haemogram ESR test?

The various tests done are:

Procedure and prerequisites

The sample is taken by inserting a small needle into the vein of your arm. A small amount of blood is then collected in test tube or vial. You may feel a little pain due to needle prick. No special preparations are required for the test.

Reference range

These values may vary from lab to lab

To assess your general health- as a routine to screen for various disorders
To diagnose a disease in case of symptoms like fever, weakness, fatigue, bleeding
To monitor response to treatment

Hb-hemoglobin
TC-total count
DC-differential count
Platelet count
ESR-erythrocyte sedimentation rate

hemoglobin-
- males-13.2 to 16.6 gms/dl
- Females-11.6 to 15 gms/dl
Total count-4500 to 11000 cells /microliter
Differential count
- neutrophils-55 to70%
- Lymphocytes-20 to40 %
- Monocytes-2to 8 %
- Eosinophils-1to 4 %
- Basophils-0.5 to 1 %
esr
- males - 0 to 22mm/hr
- Females - 0 to 29 mm/hr
platelets-150000 to 450000/micro litre

Haematology-3 Test (HB - TC DC - ESR - Platelet) in Trivandrum

H0004

Daily

No Special Preparation Required

24 Hours

₹450

Parameters

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