What do the results mean?Your results will show if your blood cells look normal or not normal. You'll have separate results for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.If your red blood cell results are not normal, it may indicate:AnemiaSickle cell anemiaHemolytic anemia, a type of anemia in which red blood cells are destroyed before they can be replaced, leaving the body without enough healthy red blood cellsThalassemiaBone marrow disordersIf your white blood cell results are not normal, it may indicate:InfectionAllergiesLeukemiaIf your platelet results are not normal, it may indicate thrombocytopenia, a condition in which your blood has a lower than normal number of platelets.Talk to your health care provider to learn more about your results.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
