Complete Blood Count - CBC (14 Panel)

About This Test
A complete blood count checks your red cells, white cells, and platelets in one test. It helps detect anemia, infections, inflammation, and bleeding problems early. Results also show red cell size and hemoglobin content, which point to causes of anemia (e.g., iron or B12 lack). This test is commonly included in routine check-ups to screen for potential problems early.

Patient Preparation
No fasting needed

Best Time to Test
Anytime

Tests Included
Red blood cell (RBC) count; Hemoglobin; Hematocrit; Mean corpuscular volume (MCV); Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH); Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC); Red cell distribution width (RDW); Platelet count; White blood cell (WBC) count; Neutrophils; Lymphocytes; Monocytes; Eosinophils; Basophils

Why is it done
Unexplained tiredness, pallor, fever/infection signs, easy bruising or bleeding; routine screening (annual, pre-employment, pre-surgery); monitoring known blood disorders (e.g., anemia, thrombocytopenia) or treatment response; follow-up of abnormal prior results.