RBC count

How many red blood cells are in a sample of blood.

If it's high

May reflect dehydration or the body making extra red cells.

If it's low

Usually seen alongside low haemoglobin, for similar reasons.

• Iron-rich foods: spinach and other greens, lentils, rajma, chana, soya, eggs, fish or lean meat
• Vitamin C with meals (amla, guava, orange, lemon) to help absorb iron

A question for your doctor

Does this fit with my haemoglobin and other red cell values?

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