A reticulocyte test is used to determine the number and/or percentage of reticulocytes in the blood to help evaluate conditions that affect red blood cells (RBCs), such as anemia or bone marrow disorders. Reticulocytes are newly produced, relatively immature red blood cells. They form and mature in the bone marrow before being released into the blood.The reticulocyte test may be used:As a follow up to abnormal results on a complete blood count (CBC), RBC count, hemoglobin or hematocrit, to help determine the causeTo determine if the bone marrow is functioning properly and responding adequately to the body's need for red blood cellsTo help detect and distinguish between different types of anemiaTo monitor response to treatment, such as that for iron-deficiency anemiaTo monitor bone marrow function following treatments such as chemotherapyTo monitor function following a bone marrow transplantMost often, a reticulocyte count is performed with an automated instrument (hematology analyzer) and can be done simultaneously with a CBC, which includes an RBC count, hemoglobin and hematocrit. Either an absolute number of reticulocytes and/or a percentage of reticulocytes can be reported. For a percentage, the number of reticulocytes is compared to the total number of RBCs:Reticulocyte (%) = [Number of Reticulocytes / Number of total Red Blood Cells] X 1
Sample Type - Blood
Reporting Time - 3 Hrs
Prerequisites - No special preparation required
Price - ₹190/-
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