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click here for more information. The complete blood count (CBC)
is a screening test, used to diagnose and manage numerous
diseases. It can reflect problems with fluid volume (such as
dehydration) or loss of blood. It can show abnormalities in the
production, life span, and destruction of blood cells. It can
reflect acute or chronic infection, allergies, and problems with
clotting. The CBC test isolates and counts the 7 types of cells
found in the blood: neutrophil, eosinophil, basophil, red blood
cell, lymphocyte, monocyte, and platelet. A CBC requires a small
blood specimen. Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the
inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. Preparation: The
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