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Platelet Count

Also known as: Thrombocyte count, PLT
Formal name: Platelet Count
Related tests: CBC, Platelet aggregation
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To diagnose a bleeding disorder or a bone marrow disease

When to get tested?
As part of a routine complete blood count (CBC), during episodes of unexplained or prolonged bleeding, or to diagnose/monitor a bone marrow/blood disease

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm



This article was last reviewed on March 19, 2008.
 
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