CBC (Complete Blood Count) – Care Management

A CBC (Complete Blood Count) is a common blood test used to check overall health and detect conditions like:

• Anemia
• Infection
• Dengue
• Leukemia
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Inflammation

Parameters Checked in CBC

• Hemoglobin (Hb) – oxygen carrying capacity
• RBC (Red Blood Cells) – red blood cell count
• WBC (White Blood Cells) – infection fighting cells
• Platelets – blood clotting
• Hematocrit (PCV)
• MCV, MCH, MCHC – red cell size and quality
• Differential Count – neutrophils, lymphocytes, eosinophils, etc.

CBC Care Management

1. Low Hemoglobin (Anemia)

Symptoms

• Weakness
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Pale skin

Care Management

• Eat iron-rich foods:
  • Spinach
  • Dates
  • Beetroot
  • Liver
  • Egg
• Vitamin C foods improve iron absorption
• Take iron supplements if prescribed
• Adequate sleep and hydration

2. High WBC Count (Infection)

Symptoms

• Fever
• Body pain
• Swelling

Care Management

• Proper medical evaluation
• Complete prescribed antibiotics
• Drink more fluids
• Rest adequately
• Maintain hygiene

3. Low Platelet Count

Common in conditions like Dengue Fever.

Symptoms

• Bleeding gums
• Easy bruising
• Weakness

Care Management

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Oral rehydration solution (ORS)
• Papaya leaf extract only if advised by doctor
• Avoid injury
• Monitor platelet count regularly
• Immediate hospital visit if bleeding occurs

4. High Sugar or Infection-related CBC Changes

Care Management

• Control blood sugar
• Follow healthy diet
• Regular follow-up testing
• Treat underlying infection

When CBC Test is Important

• Fever
• Weakness
• Pregnancy
• Before surgery
• Regular health checkup
• Chronic diseases
• Suspected infection

Preparation Before CBC Test

• Usually no fasting required
• Drink water normally
• Inform doctor about medications

Emergency Warning Signs

Seek medical care immediately if:

• Severe bleeding
• Breathlessness
• Chest pain
• Very high fever
• Sudden weakness
• Confusion