Definitions for "Complete Blood Count"
The "CBC with differential" measures the number and distribution of each of the different types of cells in the blood (red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets). The assessment of the number, shape, and size of red blood cells screens for anemia, genetic disorders, and certain vitamin and nutrient deficiencies (hemoglobin, hematocrit, MCV, MCHC). The distribution of white blood cells (neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, etc.) screens for infection, allergies, and other disorders of the immune system.
A counting of the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets that are circulating in the blood.
Blood analysis containing an enumeration of the number of red and white blood cells per unit of blood volume, the proportions of the different white blood cell types, and the amount of hemoglobin present.
a starting point in the exploration of possible diseases or conditions