About This Test
The Platelet Count test measures the number of platelets (thrombocytes) in the blood.
Platelets are small cell fragments that play a crucial role in blood clotting, preventing bleeding, and maintaining vascular integrity. This test is part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC). This test helps in evaluate bleeding disorders, monitoring dengue and viral infections, preoperative assessment and monitoring of chemotherapy.
Test Parameters (1)
- PLATELET COUNT, Whole Blood EDTA
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No special requirement
Frequently Asked Questions
Hematology tests are blood tests that study blood cells and related parameters to assess overall health and detect blood-related disorders.
This Test does not require fasting.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
The Platelet test is important because it measures the blood’s clotting potential, detects low or high platelet counts, monitors bleeding and clotting disorders, tracks treatment response, and guides clinical decisions.
Yes, fully automated analysers are used.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
