Blood Count Tests
Also known as: CBC, Complete blood count, Hematologic tests
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Blood Count Tests Key Takeaways
Translated by Sarah Jenkins (AI RN Plain-English Translator) at a 7th-grade reading level
- 1 What it does: Your blood contains red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets.
- 2 Real-world patient consensus: Synonyms for Blood Count Tests (D51.6): CBC, Complete blood count, Hematologic tests (Blood & Anemia).
- 3 Typical cash cost range: Clinicians assessing Blood Count Tests focus on chronic inflammatory hepcidin in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: iron sequestration) and targeted history.
- 4 Top reported side effects / signs: Objective lab/clinical target for Blood Count Tests: Hemoglobin, Hematocrit & in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: MCV) (Hgb 13.5–17.0 (M) / 12.0–15.5 (F) g/dL (D51.6)) and Serum Ferritin & in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: Transferrin Saturation).
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What Is Blood Count Tests?
Your blood contains red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets. Blood count tests measure the number and types of cells in your blood. This helps doctors check on your overall health. The tests can also help to diagnose diseases and conditions such as anemia , infections, clotting problems, blood cancers, and immune system disorders .
Pathophysiology, Underlying Causes & Clinical Presentation
Pathophysiologically, Blood Count Tests (ICD-10 D51.6) is driven by chronic inflammatory hepcidin in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: iron sequestration); Cross-referenced with NIH MeSH (Blood Cell Count), specialists in Anemia, Clotting & Blood Disorders monitor Serum Ferritin & in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: Transferrin Saturation) to gauge tissue recovery.
Common Symptoms & Clinical Signs
- • RBC - the numbers, size, and types of RBCs in the blood
- • WBC - the numbers and types of WBCs in the blood
- • Presentation of Blood Count Tests (D51.6): exertional fatigue, reduced in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: stamina, pale conjunctiva,)
- • Secondary Blood Count Tests clinical sign: restless legs, ice in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: craving)
Primary Federal Reference: NIH / National Library of Medicine MedlinePlus Entry ↗
Blood Count Tests Diagnostic Classification & Lab Markers
| Metric | Verified Benchmark | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ICD-10-CM Diagnostic Code | D51.6 | WHO / CMS ICD-10-CM Clinical Classification |
| Clinical Specialty Hub | Anemia, Clotting & Blood Disorders | NIH MedlinePlus Health Topics |
| Diagnostic / Lab Marker: Hemoglobin, Hematocrit & in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: MCV) | Hgb 13.5–17.0 (M) / 12.0–15.5 (F) g/dL (D51.6) | Clinical Reference Target Range |
| Diagnostic / Lab Marker: Serum Ferritin & in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: Transferrin Saturation) | Ferritin 50–150 ng/mL; TSAT 20%–45% (D51.6) | Clinical Reference Target Range |
| Diagnostic / Lab Marker: Vitamin B12, Folate in Blood Count Tests (D51.6: & Reticulocyte Count) | B12 > 500 pg/mL; appropriate marrow response (D51.6) | Clinical Reference Target Range |
FDA-Monographed Medications & Public Cash Price Reference for Blood Count Tests
| Medication | Pharmacologic Class | Patient Worth-It | CMS NADAC / Unit | Typical Lowest Cash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosyntropin Cortrosyn • RxCUI RXN-05485900-1753 | Adrenocorticotropic Hormone | 90% | $3.4200 | $ 147.01 /mo |
| Metyrapone Metopirone • RxCUI 105450 | Adrenal Steroid Synthesis Inhibitor | 91% | $0.9600 | $ 47.38 /mo |
| Nafcillin Sodium Nafcillin Sodium Generic • RxCUI 239189 | Penicillin-class Antibacterial | 75% | $1.6900 | $ 76.94 /mo |
| Cat Hair Cat Hair Generic • RxCUI 851948 | Standardized Animal Hair Allergenic Extract | 88% | $2.7700 | $ 120.69 /mo |
| Oxacillin Sodium Oxacillin Sodium Generic • RxCUI 312127 | Penicillin-class Antibacterial | 81% | $0.6600 | $ 35.23 /mo |
Peer-Reviewed Human Clinical Trials & Meta-Analyses (Blood Count Tests)
| Study & Plain-English Finding | Sample (N) | Rigor | Primary Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Insights on Achieved blood pressure and heart and blood vessel outcomes in high-risk: What a 8,407-Participant Study Found Mean achieved SBP less than 120 mm Hg during treatment was associated with increased risk of heart and blood vessel outcomes except for heart attack and stroke. Lancet (London, England) • 2017-06-03 • Meta-Analysis | N = 8,407 | 99/100 | PMID 28390695 ↗ |
| New Insights on Telmisartan and amlodipine single-pill combinations vs amlodipine single-drug: What a 1,097-Participant Study Found Superior BP reductions were also seen with T40-T80/A5 vs A10, with BP goal rates at least as high as with A10; however, there was significantly more peripheral edema with A10 (27.2% vs 4.3% for pooled. Journal of clinical hypertension (Greenwich, Conn.) • 2011-07-15 • Randomized Controlled Trial | N = 1,097 | 96/100 | PMID 21762357 ↗ |
| Check Your Medicine Cabinet: Early Alert: B. Braun Removes Streamline Bloodline Set for Dialog+ The dialyzer connector may not be attached appropriately, resulting in leaking and potential blood loss. FDA MedWatch Safety Alerts • 2026-10-27 • FDA Safety Alert | Multi-cohort | 95/100 | PMID FDA_MEDWATCH-112457955 ↗ |
| Randomized trials of telmisartan vs. Losartan: Which Works Better for Reduction of ambulatory blood pressure? Pooled analysis suggested significant reductions in all of 24-h (MD of systolic/diastolic BP, -2.09/-1.57 mm Hg; 95% CI, -3.39/-2.32 to -0.79/-0.82 mm Hg), last 6-h (-2.96/-2.15 mm Hg; -3.80/-2.72 to -2.13/-1.59 mm Hg),... Hypertension research : official journal of the Japanese Society of Hypertension • 2013-11-15 • Meta-Analysis | N = 2,409 | 94/100 | PMID 23945962 ↗ |
| Randomized trials of telmisartan vs. Valsartan therapy: Which Works Better for Blood pressure reduction? When data from the single-drug treatment and combination therapy (with hydrochlorothiazide) trials were pooled separately, telmisartan therapy was associated with a statistically significant difference in BP reductions... Hypertension research : official journal of the Japanese Society of Hypertension • 2013-07-15 • Meta-Analysis | N = 5,422 | 94/100 | PMID 23344134 ↗ |
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