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Reticulocyte haemoglobin equivalent (RET-He)
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Reticulocyte haemoglobin equivalent (RET-He)?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Reticulocyte haemoglobin equivalent (RET-He)
Explanation: Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Equivalent (RET-He) measures the amount of hemoglobin in reticulocytes, which are young red blood cells recently produced by the bone marrow. This measurement provides insight into the body's current iron availability for new red blood cell production, as reticulocytes reflect recent bone marrow activity.
Test purpose: The RET-He test is used to:
- Monitor iron therapy effectiveness, as increasing RET-He values indicate a positive response to treatments like iron supplements or erythropoietin (EPO) therapy.
- Differentiate between types of anemia, helping to distinguish iron deficiency anemia from other forms by assessing hemoglobin content in reticulocytes.
By evaluating RET-He levels, healthcare providers can gain a timely understanding of a patient's iron status and the bone marrow's ability to produce adequately hemoglobinized red blood cells.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)- CBC, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)- Reticulocyte Profile
An aspect of Blood Health .