Common "Nucleated Red Blood Cell" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq

Nucleated Red Blood Cell

Nucleated RBCs (NRBCs) are immature RBCs not commonly seen in the peripheral blood beyond the neonatal period. Their impression in the peripheral blood of children and adults signifies bone marrow deterioration or stress and potentially serious underlying disease. The existence of numerous NRBCs improves the WBC count in automated haematology analyzers.

Recently Answered Questions Recently Answered Questions

All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.

In my blood work the nrbc is 0.5. What is your opinion about it?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old. 4 feet 11 inches in height and 121 pounds. I have extreme fatigue, random bruising, and very painful joint pain. It is gotten so much worse over the last two months it is unbearable. In my blood work, I had NRBC 0.5, the doctor did not do anything about it and when I...  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. I have read your concern, and below is my opinion. The 0.5 normoblasts cannot be considered high. However, if you can attach your report than I can check it. In hemolytic anemia, NRBC (nucleated red blood cell) can be raised. So you need to investigate with full ...  Read Full »

ask-doctor-img Ask a Doctor Online

* Your first query consult is free!

Search for a Health Issue



Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.