Full Blood Count Test
The Full Blood Count Test provides key information about overall health by assessing red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
The Full Blood Count Test is a comprehensive blood test that provides valuable information about the overall health and functioning of the blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Who would benefit from this test?
Individuals with unexplained fatigue or weakness.
Patients with symptoms of infection or inflammation.
Individuals with bleeding or clotting disorders.
People undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
Individuals with suspected nutrient deficiencies.
Why undertake this test?
To evaluate overall health and detect underlying conditions.
To diagnose anemia or other blood disorders.
To monitor the effects of certain medications or treatments.
To assess the immune system’s response to infections or diseases.
To identify potential nutritional deficiencies.
Test Type: Haematology
Results Estimated: 2 Working days
A little more detail:
A full blood count (FBC), or complete blood count (CBC), is a common blood test used to evaluate overall health and detect a variety of conditions, such as infections, anemia, and blood disorders. It measures different components of the blood, including red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), platelets, hemoglobin, and hematocrit.
Each component serves a unique function:
Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Low RBC counts may indicate anemia, while high levels could suggest dehydration or heart disease.
White blood cells are crucial for the immune response, fighting infections. Abnormal WBC counts can indicate infection, inflammation, or immune system disorders.
Platelets play a role in blood clotting, helping prevent excessive bleeding. Low platelet counts may increase bleeding risk, while high counts could lead to clotting issues.
Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying protein in RBCs, while hematocrit measures the percentage of blood volume made up of RBCs.
A FBC is often ordered as part of routine health assessments or to monitor medical conditions and treatment responses. Results provide a detailed view of blood health, guiding diagnosis, and further testing if abnormalities are detected.
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In house venous draw included. The in house sample collecon ensures that the sample is less likely to come back inconclusive.
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Results delivered directly to you via email and available via the laboratory portal.
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Our in house doctors are available to review the results with you via an online session at a supplementary cost.
How it works
Purchase Test
Find the test that you are looking for, add to your basket, check-out and pay.
Select Appointment
On paying for your test you will be prompted to select a date and time for your blood sample collection.
Turn Up
Arrive on the day of your test to have your blood sample collected.
Get results online
When your results are ready you will receive them via email or can access via the laboratory portal.
Get your personalise report online
Once you have had your sample collected by our in-house phlebotomist, the sample will be delivered to our laboratory partner who will then process the sample. Once the sample has been processed you will receive an email with an attachment of the report informing you your results are ready to also be viewed online via our dedicated portal. Should you wish to discuss the results with one of our doctors, you will be able to add a remote call to your booking at a supplementary cost. The sessions last up to 30 minutes and are an opportunity for you to ask any questions that you may have.
