Full Blood Count including White Cell Differential (FBC)

Haematology

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Description

FBC is a broad screening test which simultaneously provides red cell indices, platelet count and white cell differential.

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Sample Type

Whole blood - EDTA 4.0ml Lavender ( neonates MAP microtube 0.5ml pink top )

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Reference Range

Reference range ( M / F )
Haemoglobin ( g/L ) 131 - 166 | 110 - 147
White Cell Count ( x10^9/L ) 3.5 - 9.5
Platelets ( x10^9/L ) 150 - 400
Red cell count ( x10^12/L ) 4.40 - 5.65 | 3.75 - 5.00
Haematocrit ( L/L ) 0.38 - 0.48 | 0.32 - 0.43
MCV ( fL ) 81.8 - 96.3 | 80.0 - 98.1
MCH ( pg ) 8.0 - 33.7
MCHC ( g/L ) 335 - 370
Neutrophils ( x10^9/L ) 1.7 - 6.5
Lymphocytes ( x10^9/L ) 1.0 - 3.0
Monocytes ( x10^9/L ) 0.25 - 1.0
Eosinophils ( x10^9/L ) 0.04 - 0.5
Basophils ( x10^9/L ) 0.0 - 0.25
Nucleated RBC ( x10^9/L )

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Turnaround Time

Within 4 hours (1 hour if urgent)

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Testing Frequency

Daily / Continuous 24/7

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External Notes

Abnormal results or analytical findings may require further investigation which may lead to delay in reporting. Interim reporting of results may be available in some cases. Clinical details must be provided to aid interpretation. Sample volume should ideally be a full draw ( 4ml ) but minimal acceptable volume is 1ml.

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Patient Preparation

Nil

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See Also

Clinical Guideline

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