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What is a Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test?

The Complete Blood Count (CBC) is one of the most commonly ordered blood tests in medicine. It evaluates the cellular components of your blood — red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets — providing a comprehensive snapshot of your overall health. A CBC is used to screen for anaemia, infections, blood disorders, immune system problems and medication side effects. It is a routine part of every annual health checkup and is ordered alongside almost every diagnostic workup.

✓ No fasting required — The CBC test can be done at any time of day, with or without food. Same-day results are available for most home collections.

Key Parameters Tested in a CBC

A standard CBC panel includes 19–25 parameters across three blood cell lines:

Red Blood Cell (RBC) Parameters

• RBC Count — total number of red blood cells per microlitre of blood
• Haemoglobin (Hb) — the iron-rich protein that carries oxygen. The primary marker for anaemia diagnosis.
• Haematocrit (PCV) — the proportion of blood volume occupied by red cells
• MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume) — average size of red cells. Small cells (microcytic) suggest iron deficiency; large cells (macrocytic) suggest B12 or folate deficiency.
• MCH (Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin) — average amount of haemoglobin per red cell
• MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration) — concentration of haemoglobin in red cells
• RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width) — variation in red cell size; elevated in mixed anaemia or early deficiency

White Blood Cell (WBC) Parameters

• Total WBC Count — total white blood cell count. Elevated in infection or inflammation; low in some viral infections and bone marrow disorders.
• Neutrophils — the primary defence against bacterial infection. Elevated in bacterial infections.
• Lymphocytes — fight viral infections. Elevated in viral illness; low in HIV.
• Monocytes — involved in chronic infections and inflammatory conditions
• Eosinophils — elevated in allergic conditions and parasitic infections
• Basophils — rare; elevated in some blood disorders

Platelet Parameters

• Platelet Count — essential for blood clotting. Low platelets (thrombocytopenia) cause bruising and bleeding risk; high platelets (thrombocytosis) increase clotting risk.
• MPV (Mean Platelet Volume) — average platelet size; elevated when platelet production is increased
• PDW (Platelet Distribution Width) — variation in platelet size

Normal CBC Reference Ranges

Parameter	Men	Women
Haemoglobin (Hb)	13.5 – 17.5 g/dL	12.0 – 15.5 g/dL
RBC Count	4.5 – 5.9 million/μL	4.0 – 5.2 million/μL
Haematocrit (PCV)	41 – 53%	36 – 46%
MCV	80 – 100 fL
Total WBC Count	4,000 – 11,000 /μL
Neutrophils	40 – 70%
Lymphocytes	20 – 40%
Eosinophils	1 – 6%
Platelet Count	1.5 – 4.0 lakh /μL

What CBC Results Can Reveal

Common clinical patterns identified by CBC:

• Low Hb + Low MCV + Low MCH — Iron deficiency anaemia. Most common anaemia in India, especially in women and children.
• Low Hb + High MCV — Megaloblastic anaemia. Caused by Vitamin B12 or Folate deficiency.
• Low Hb + Normal MCV — Anaemia of chronic disease, kidney disease or early mixed deficiency.
• High WBC + High Neutrophils — Bacterial infection or inflammation.
• High WBC + High Lymphocytes — Viral infection (dengue, infectious mononucleosis).
• Low WBC (Leukopenia) — Viral infection (dengue, typhoid), bone marrow suppression, some medications.
• High Eosinophils — Allergic conditions (asthma, eczema) or parasitic infection.
• Low Platelets (Thrombocytopenia) — Dengue fever (most common in Kolkata monsoon), ITP, aplastic anaemia.
• Very High WBC (Leukocytosis) — Severe infection, leukaemia or bone marrow disorders.

When is a CBC Test Recommended?

Your doctor may recommend a CBC if you experience:

• Fatigue, weakness or pallor (possible anaemia)
• Fever or suspected infection
• Easy bruising or bleeding (possible platelet disorder)
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Unexplained weight loss
• Monitoring dengue fever (daily platelet count)
• As part of a routine health checkup or full body checkup package
• Pre-surgical screening
• Monitoring of chemotherapy or medications affecting blood counts
• Screening for blood disorders in pregnancy

CBC Test Price in Kolkata

Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test Price: ₹395
No fasting required  |  Same-day results  |  Free home collection above ₹2,000

Tests Commonly Ordered Alongside CBC

• Peripheral Blood Smear — microscopic examination of blood cells ordered when CBC shows abnormal values to identify cell morphology abnormalities
• Iron Studies (Serum Iron, Ferritin, TIBC) — ordered when CBC shows microcytic anaemia to confirm iron deficiency
• Vitamin B12 & Folate — ordered when CBC shows macrocytic anaemia
• ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) — inflammation marker ordered alongside CBC
• CRP (C-Reactive Protein) — acute inflammation marker ordered with CBC in infection workup
• Dengue NS1 + IgM/IgG — ordered alongside CBC during monsoon fever with platelet drop
• Reticulocyte Count — assesses bone marrow response to anaemia
• HbA1c & Blood Sugar — frequently ordered alongside CBC in routine health checkups

Home Collection for CBC Test in Kolkata

Apollo Diagnostics provides home blood sample collection for CBC tests across Nagerbazar, Dum Dum, South Dum Dum and surrounding North and Central Kolkata areas. No fasting is required. Our phlebotomists arrive at your doorstep with sterile EDTA tubes and same-day results are available for most morning collections.

• Home collection available: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Daily
• No fasting required — book any time
• Same-day digital reports via WhatsApp
• Free home collection on orders above ₹2,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is a CBC test used for?

A Complete Blood Count (CBC) evaluates red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets to screen for anaemia, infections, blood disorders, immune system problems and medication side effects. It is one of the most commonly ordered tests in medicine and is part of every routine health checkup and most diagnostic workups.

Q2. What does a CBC test measure?

A CBC measures 19–25 parameters including Haemoglobin, RBC count, Haematocrit (PCV), MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, Total WBC count with differential (Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, Basophils), Platelet count, MPV and PDW. Together these parameters give a complete picture of all three blood cell lines.

Q3. Does the CBC test require fasting?

No. The CBC test does not require fasting. Blood can be collected at any time of day. You can eat and drink normally before the test. This makes it easy to combine with home collection at your convenience.

Q4. What is the CBC test price at Apollo Diagnostics Kolkata?

The CBC test price at Apollo Diagnostics is ₹395. No fasting required. Same-day results via WhatsApp. Home collection is available free on orders above ₹2,000.

Q5. What does low haemoglobin mean?

Low haemoglobin indicates anaemia — insufficient oxygen-carrying capacity in the blood. The MCV helps identify the cause: low MCV (microcytic anaemia) suggests iron deficiency, high MCV (macrocytic anaemia) suggests Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, and normal MCV (normocytic anaemia) suggests chronic disease, kidney failure or acute blood loss. Iron deficiency anaemia is the most common type in India, especially in women of reproductive age and children.

Q6. What does a high WBC count mean?

Elevated total WBC count (leukocytosis) indicates that the immune system is actively responding. The differential count tells you what type of cells are elevated. High neutrophils suggest bacterial infection or inflammation. High lymphocytes suggest viral infection. High eosinophils suggest allergic disease or parasitic infection. Very high WBC (above 30,000) may indicate leukaemia or severe systemic infection requiring urgent investigation.

Q7. Why is platelet count monitored daily in dengue?

Dengue fever causes the immune system to attack platelets, leading to rapid platelet drop. Normal platelet count is 1.5–4.0 lakh/μL. In dengue, platelets can fall below 1 lakh requiring close monitoring. Below 20,000/μL or any active bleeding requires immediate hospitalisation. Daily CBC during dengue fever tracks the platelet trend to guide clinical decisions about hospitalisation and platelet transfusion.

Q8. Is home collection available for CBC test in Kolkata?

Yes. Apollo Diagnostics provides home blood sample collection for CBC tests across Nagerbazar, Dum Dum, South Dum Dum, Amarpalli, Motijheel, Chatakol, Surer Math, Satgachi, Baguiati, Lake Town, Bangur, Kaikhali, Dum Dum Cantonment, Gorabazar, Sealdah, Entally, Phoolbagan, Tangra and surrounding areas. Book by calling or WhatsApping +91 8660434628.

Q9. How long does it take to get CBC test results?

CBC results are available the same day. For morning home collections, reports are typically delivered to your WhatsApp by afternoon. Results are also accessible via our online patient portal.

Q10. Which centre processes my CBC sample in Kolkata?

All samples collected across North and Central Kolkata are processed at Apollo Diagnostics Nagerbazar — Nandarani Apartment, 8A Narasingha Avenue, Nagerbazar, Dum Dum, Kolkata 700074. Our lab is NABL-certified and ISO-certified using advanced automated hematology analyzers.