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Are Reduced Levels Of RBC Count And Elevated PTL Level Reasons To Be Worried?
Question: A recent blood test indicated reduced levels of RBC (4.19) HGB(13.1) HCT(39.6) and elevated level of PTL(479) and ESR (63). What does all this mean
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand your concern. Let me know please the indication for the blood tests. As per your report, values deranged slightly from its normal level. There are lot of possibilities for such kind of report. Kindly follow up with detailed history.
Common causes for such kind of report are anaemia, any chronic disease, old age, blood loss, malnutrition, infection and many more. Kindly follow up if you have any query. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand your concern. Let me know please the indication for the blood tests. As per your report, values deranged slightly from its normal level. There are lot of possibilities for such kind of report. Kindly follow up with detailed history.
Common causes for such kind of report are anaemia, any chronic disease, old age, blood loss, malnutrition, infection and many more. Kindly follow up if you have any query. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
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