Quicklinks
For Patients

© Copyright 2019-2023 American TelePhysicians - All Rights Reserved
Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy
The complete blood count test is a type of blood work that calculates the blood's cellular elements, thereby detecting a wide array of disorders and medical conditions such as leukemia, infection, and anemia. The blood is majorly made up of white blood cells (which fight infection), red blood cells (which transport oxygen), Hemoglobin (which is the oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells), and platelets (which help in blood clotting).
A CBC test is carried out by specialized machines which measure and analyze their concentration in less than a minute. This test is also conducted as a measure of side effects caused by any medications or for the general monitoring of an individual's overall health.
A medical specialist may prescribe a CBC test in case of specific symptoms for a better insight into a patient's medical condition. Such symptoms include bleeding, bruising, unexplained weakness or dizziness, fatigue, joint pain, fluctuating heart rate or blood pressure, inflammation or irritation anywhere on the body, nausea, vomiting, and fever. A CBC test can draw out possible medical complications by analyzing an individual's blood elements, which significantly aids in diagnosis.
The normal CBC range differs in men and women in most cases and is as follows.
Red Blood Cells:
Hemoglobin:
Platelets:
CBC is not a costly procedure if a patient has proper insurance. However, its price can vary from anywhere between $10.00 to $2,700, depending upon the kind of insurance an individual has. In case of no insurance, the average cost estimate for a complete blood count test lies around $140 - $622 but is prone to change.
A CBC test may be conducted for various reasons, some of which are discussed below.
A CBC test is used to diagnose various medical ailments that are hinted at in the blood count of an individual. Blood counts higher or lower than their average values indicate different diseases. A low white blood cell count, known as leukopenia, may signify complications in the bone marrow of an individual or any other reactions triggered by certain medications. In contrast, a high white blood cell count may indicate infection at any site in the body, resulting in an augmented need for resistance-creating and combating cells. It may also indicate an underlying malignancy.
Similarly, a low red blood count or low Hemoglobin may hint at anemia. A higher than the standard number of red blood cells may suggest hypoxia (low oxygen level in blood) or diseases in the bone marrow. Low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) may be an indicator of prolonged bleeding or bone marrow complications. A higher than average platelet count (thrombocytosis) may insinuate severe inflammation.
A CBC test is typically conducted for better insight into any vague and uncategorized symptoms. However, it may also be undertaken in response to other medical conditions or treatments or to analyze an individual's overall health.
A CBC blood test is a relatively simple procedure that only includes drawing out a sample of blood. No preparation is required: an individual can eat, drink, and partake in daily life activities before and after the test unless advised otherwise by a doctor.
Quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Feeling weakness when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Again when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This time will pass.Feeling weakness when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Again when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This time will pass.Feeling weakness when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Again when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This time will pass.Feeling weakness when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Again when quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This time will pass.
Sarwat Makkani, MD
Yanelquis Torres, MD
Raga Mohamed Ali Osman
Sipra Talvikki Autio
Farah Jassawalla is a graduate of the Lahore School of Economics. She is also a writer, and a healthcare enthusiast, having closely observed case studies while working with Lahore's thriving general physicians at their clinics.
Sign in to speed up the checkout process.
Has been successfully added in your current order.
Please note that these services are not intended for any emergency medical situations. If you are having a life-threatening or serious condition that may require hospitalization, including, but not limited to, high-grade fever; low or high blood pressure; active serious infection, including, but not limited to, COVID; chest pain; shortness of breath; severe pain; or stroke-like symptoms, please call 911 immediately or go to a nearby emergency center as quickly as possible.
If you do not have a physician's order for labs or non-invasive radiology services, you may request it through our network of affiliated physicians/providers in selected states for an additional non-refundable fee, as listed (asynchronous consultation). Please note that an asynchronous consultation or physician-order service for diagnostics is not available for radiology tests requiring IV contrast. Patients needing a diagnostic study with IV contrast must complete an online visit with our physician first and, likely, will also need to have a lab test for their kidney function before a diagnostic study with IV contrast can be scheduled.
Once you request our provider or physician's order service, you will receive an email from us inquiring more details about your medical history. Based on the information you provide, one of our affiliated physicians or providers will make a determination about processing the order for the requested service. In some cases, as determined by our affiliated medical team, you may be required to provide additional clinical information or may be asked to have a more detailed online visit (an additional fee may apply) before your order can be processed. Please note that in some situations, or based on available clinical information, our team may even decide not to process the requested diagnostic order service and rather may recommend you to seek immediate medical attention in person or go to the nearest urgent care or ER. In that case, any advanced payment for the diagnostic service(s) will be refunded, but the physician's consultation or order request fee will remain non-refundable.
Please also note that any post-diagnostic service follow-up visit(s) or treatment(s) is not covered in this service fee and the ordering physician is not responsible to provide any continued care unless you sign-up for that service separately. Depending on your situation or test results, you may be advised to seek consultation with either primary care or a specialist physician (local or online) for further work-up and treatment. If you are unsure or have any questions, please call our customer support service before placing an order.
By clicking "Continue", you agree to the policy, terms, and conditions.