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Medical Conditions - Peripheral Smear Study

Peripheral smear study is a blood test used to detect any abnormalities in the blood cells. This test helps determine the number and shape of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It is used to diagnose different types of anemia, leukemia, HIV infection, hepatitis C virus infection, candidiasis, pinworm infection, and other blood disorders.

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What causes elliptocytes and ovalocytes in blood smear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Anisocytosis, elliptocytes can all be seen in an anemia case. In iron deficiency anemia, also, it can be seen. So, you should check her hemoglobin level and HCT level.

My platelet count is high. What could be the reason?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

My daughter's hemoglobin and iron levels are low. Is it due to ITP?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern.

Is the size of spleen larger by 0.78 inches in a three months old harmful?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Your child's spleen is mildly enlarged.

My father is suffering from unknown blood loss. How to find the reason?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Loss of blood can stem from various factors. Gastrointestinal bleeding, for instance, might manifest as black, tarry, malodorous stools, even in small quantities.

Can Neurontin be the reason for high WBC count?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: Yes, Neurontin - Gabapentin is known to cause a high WBC (white blood cell) count.

What are the reasons for high platelet count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The platelet count is above the normal range. There are many reasons for such an elevated platelet count. It needs further investigations, including genetic tests.

Is vitamin D deficiency linked to leukemia risk?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.After looking into your reports, there is nothing to be worried about except for low vitamin D. Regarding your concern about leukemia, the probability is very low.

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What is the cause for low platelet count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Fever with a headache can occur in a viral infection. Viral infection can affect the platelet count and can lead to a low platelet count.

Kindly go through my attached test report and suggest whether my liver is healthy.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the report you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Sorry for your discomfort.

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