title: Full blood count (RBC, Hb, PCV, MCV, MCH and reticulocytes).
abstract: The full blood count (FBC) is a routine examination comprising a number of tests. This paper looks at those concerned with erythrocyte function, giving normal ranges and discussing some of the implications of abnormal results.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Higgins
mesh_terms: D000740:Anemia / Q000097:blood*; D001772:Blood Cell Count; D006454:Hemoglobins / Q000032:analysis*; D006801:Humans; D011086:Polycythemia / Q000097:blood
chemical_list: D006454:Hemoglobins