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Reticulocytes
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Reticulocytes
Explanation: Reticulocytes are young, immature red blood cells (RBCs) that are released from the bone marrow into the bloodstream. They develop into fully mature RBCs within a few days and help carry oxygen throughout the body. Measuring reticulocytes helps assess how well the bone marrow is producing red blood cells, especially after blood loss or in conditions affecting RBC production. If reticulocyte levels are high, it may indicate increased RBC production due to anemia, blood loss, or bone marrow recovery. If low, it may suggest bone marrow failure, iron deficiency or pernicious anemia, or kidney disease.
Test purpose: A reticulocyte count test helps assess:
- Anemia detection, to determine if the bone marrow is making enough new RBCs as well as assess specific types of anemia.
- Bone marrow function, response to anemia treatment.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU)- CBC, Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU)- Reticulocytes, MedlinePlus
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