Anaemia Profile

Full Blood Count (FBC):

• Red Blood Cell Count (RBC)
• Haemoglobin (HGB)
• Hematocrit 
• Mean Corpuscular Volume 
• Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin 
• Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration 
• Red Cell Distribution Width 
• Platelets 
• Mean Platelet Volume
• White Blood Cell Count (WBC)
  • Lymphocytes
  • Monocytes
  • Neutrophils
  • Eosinophils
  • Basophils

Iron Profile:

• Iron
• Ferritin
• Transferrin
• Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
• Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity (UIBC)

Vitamins:

• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin B9 (Folate)

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

Full Blood Count (FBC):

A Full Blood Count (FBC) test provides an overview of various blood components, helping to identify conditions such as anaemia. Each biomarker in the FBC plays a role in assessing overall health:

• Red Blood Cells (RBC): Responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body. Abnormal RBC levels can indicate anaemia (low RBC) or other blood disorders.
• White Blood Cells (WBC): Essential for immune defence, fighting infections, and responding to inflammation. An elevated WBC count could signal an infection or inflammatory condition, while low levels may suggest a weakened immune system.
• Haemoglobin: Found in RBCs, it carries oxygen to tissues. Low haemoglobin levels can indicate anaemia, leading to fatigue and weakness.
• Hematocrit: The percentage of blood made up of RBCs. Low levels may suggest anaemia, while high levels can indicate dehydration or other conditions.
• Platelets: Vital for blood clotting. Low platelet counts can lead to excessive bleeding, while high counts might increase the risk of blood clots.

Iron Profile:

• Ferritin: A protein that stores iron in the body. Low levels may indicate iron deficiency, while high levels could suggest inflammation, liver disease, or iron overload.
• Iron: Measures the circulating iron in the blood, helping to determine if there is enough iron for healthy red blood cell function. Low iron can lead to anaemia.
• Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC): Measures the total amount of iron that can be carried by transferrin, a protein that transports iron in the blood. High TIBC levels may indicate iron deficiency.
• Transferrin Saturation: The percentage of transferrin bound to iron. Low transferrin saturation typically indicates iron deficiency, while high levels may suggest iron overload.
• Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity (UIBC): Measures the reserve capacity of transferrin to bind with iron. High UIBC values are often associated with iron deficiency, while low UIBC can suggest iron overload.

Vitamins:

• Vitamin B12: A vital nutrient for red blood cell production. A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to megaloblastic anaemia, causing fatigue, weakness  and neurological issues.
• Folate (Vitamin B9): Important for cell growth, tissue repair, and red blood cell formation. Low levels can lead to anaemia and birth defects in pregnant women.

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle at the bottom of a test tube. Elevated ESR levels can indicate conditions like infections, autoimmune diseases or chronic inflammation.