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Reticulocyte Count |
| Test | Reticulocyte Count |
| Indication | This test is used to evaluate erythropoietic activity; Increased in acute and chronic hemorrhage, hemolytic anemias; The Reticulocyte production index will decide if one is working with a hyper-proliferative or non-proliferative anemia, and thus, which tests should be subsequently ordered. |
| Normal Range | Adults: 0.5% to 1.5%; Newborns: <7%; Normal values at birth: 2.5% to 6.5%> |
| Test Method | Flow cytometery. |
| Related Tests | Hematocrit Red cell survival, Heinz body, Hematocrit, Hemoglobin, Osmotic Fragility, Sickle Cell Tests |
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