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Is Low Platelet Count With Family History Of Prothombin Factor 2 Concerning?

I got my CBC results yesterday. Other than my platelets my DR. said everything was perfect! My WBC & RBC were perfect. My platelets were @ 95 down from 115 2 years ago. I recently found out that many in my family have Prothombin factor 2. When I told her this she said it maybe a genteic issue. She didn't seem to concerned and told me she would see me in 6 months for my BP. I don't show any signs of bruising easy or bleeding, so should I be that concerned if whe isn't?
Thu, 29 Jan 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. With RBC and WBC being normal, your normal platelet count maybe in the same range.
2. Platelets below 50000 is mildly worrisome. Only, if it is less than 20000, then I would worry. Until then, especially with 95000, well it is really good.
3. Platelet is involved in bleeding while prothrombin factor 2 is involved in clotting. Both are not related much. Each would not affect the other.
4. As, you have no other signs of symptoms, not to worry. Do regular followup with your doctor as advised.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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Is Low Platelet Count With Family History Of Prothombin Factor 2 Concerning?

Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows. 1. With RBC and WBC being normal, your normal platelet count maybe in the same range. 2. Platelets below 50000 is mildly worrisome. Only, if it is less than 20000, then I would worry. Until then, especially with 95000, well it is really good. 3. Platelet is involved in bleeding while prothrombin factor 2 is involved in clotting. Both are not related much. Each would not affect the other. 4. As, you have no other signs of symptoms, not to worry. Do regular followup with your doctor as advised. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again.