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Nursing Cs Complete Blood Count CBC 05

A complete blood count (CBC) provides information about the types and numbers of cells in the blood by analyzing a blood sample. It measures white blood cells, red blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelet levels. White blood cells fight infections. Red blood cells carry oxygen and carbon dioxide. Platelets help prevent bleeding. Abnormal CBC results can indicate conditions like infections, anemia, blood clots, and cancer. The CBC is an important test that provides valuable information about a person's health.

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Nursing Cs Complete Blood Count CBC 05

A complete blood count (CBC) provides information about the types and numbers of cells in the blood by analyzing a blood sample. It measures white blood cells, red blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelet levels. White blood cells fight infections. Red blood cells carry oxygen and carbon dioxide. Platelets help prevent bleeding. Abnormal CBC results can indicate conditions like infections, anemia, blood clots, and cancer. The CBC is an important test that provides valuable information about a person's health.

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COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC)


A complete blood count “CBC” is a lab test requiring a blood sample
that provides information about the types and numbers of cells
in the blood.
Types of Cells in the Blood LEARNING TIP:

General info and role of the cell Lifespan


A CBC is obtained via a
White • Fight infections by attacking • 13–20 days
blood sample in a purple
blood cells bacteria, viruses and germs that • Destroyed in the top tube.
(leukocytes) invade the body lymphatic system

• Carry hemoglobin that binds to Plasma


~55% volume
Red blood oxygen
cells • 120 days
• Carry O2 to tissue and CO2 to Bu昀昀y coat
lungs to be exhaled < 1% (WBC and
platelets)
• 20% of the diameter of a RBC
Platelets • 8–9 days Hematocrit
• Principal function: prevent bleeding ~45%
(RBC)

Reference ranges
Type of cell (Ranges can vary Decreased can indicate Increased can indicate
depending on the source.)

• Infection • Infection
WBC 3.4–9.6 billion cells/L • Liver or spleen conditions • Allergic reactions
• Cancer • Autoimmune conditions

• Hemorrhage • Dehydration
• Anemia • Heart disease
RBC 3.92–5.65 trillion cells/L
• Cancer • Lung disease
• Malnutrition • Polycythemia vera

11.6–16.6 g/dL Any abnormalities in HbG can indicate concerns in the blood‘s
Hemoglobin (HgB)
oxygen-carrying capacity.

• Low levels of iron • Polycythemia vera


Hematocrit (Hct) 35.5–48.6% • Heavy menses • Dehydration
• Anemia • Shock

Platelet count 135–371 billion/L Higher risk for bleeding Higher risk for blood clots

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