CBC with Differential Blood Test
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Test Code: 005009
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
CBC with Differential Blood Test (Labcorp)
What is a Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test?
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential is a broad screening test that can aid in diagnosing various conditions and diseases such as Anemia, Leukemia, bleeding disorders, and infections. This CBC with DIfferential is also useful in monitoring a person's reaction to treatment when a condition that affects blood cells has been diagnosed.
What is included in a CBC test?
- White Blood Cell Count (WBC) WBCs protect the body against infections.
- Red Blood Cell Count (RBC) RBCs carry oxygen throughout the body.
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW) is the variation in size of the RBCs.
- Hematocrit measures the percentage of blood made of red blood cells.
- Hemoglobin is a protein that carries oxygen in the blood.
- Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) measures the average size of RBCs.
- Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH) measures the average amount of hemoglobin in a red blood cell.
- Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) is the average percentage of hemoglobin in a red blood cell.
- Platelet Count measures cell fragments which are vital for proper blood clotting.
- Percentage and absolute differential count for types of WBCs including neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils.
When should you take a CBC test?
A CBC blood test is often ordered as part of a routine health examination. It is also ordered when someone has symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, fever, or unusual bruising that may indicate a condition that affects the blood cells. A CBC can also be useful when undergoing treatment such as chemotherapy. A CBC with differential is often ordered with other common blood tests such as a comprehensive metabolic panel. See our CBC & CMP package to order these tests with additional savings.
How long do CBC test results take?
Turnaround time for the CBC with Differential is typically 1 business day.
Where can I find a CBC with Differential test near me?
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
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- Anemia
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