Test your
Platelet Count (PLT)
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Platelet Count (PLT)?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Platelet Count (PLT)
Explanation: Platelets (thrombocytes) are small blood cells that help with clotting to stop bleeding when injured. They are made in the bone marrow and play a key role in wound healing and preventing excessive bleeding.
Test purpose: A platelet count is part of a complete blood count (CBC). Low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) may indicate bleeding disorders, bone marrow disease, autoimmune conditions, or side effects of medications. High platelet count (thrombocytosis) may suggest inflammation, infections, iron deficiency, blood disorders.
- Detect blood clotting disorders.
- Detect bone marrow diseases or autoimmune diseases affecting platelet production.
Other information about this test: Cleveland Clinic- Platelet Count, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic- CBC, Mount Sinai- CBC, Mount Sinai- Platelet Count, Johns Hopkins- Core lab reference ranges, Johns Hopkins- Platelets, UCSF Health- CBC, UCSF Health- Platelet Count
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