Reticulocytes Count

Overview:
The Reticulocytes Count test measures the number of reticulocytes (immature red blood cells) in the blood. It helps assess bone marrow function and red blood cell production, typically used to monitor anemia and recovery after blood loss.

What it detects:

• Increased Reticulocyte Count: May indicate recent blood loss, hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), or bone marrow response to anemia.
• Decreased Reticulocyte Count: May suggest bone marrow suppression or failure, often seen in chronic anemia or underproduction of red blood cells.

Who should get it:

• Individuals with anemia: To evaluate bone marrow function and response to treatment.
• Patients recovering from blood loss: To assess recovery and red blood cell production.

Sample required:
Blood sample.

Fasting requirements:
No fasting required.

Processing time:
Results available on Same Day.