March 12, 2025
Measures young red blood cells to see how actively bone marrow is making RBCs.
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| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Typical adult | about 0.5 - 2.5% |
| High | blood loss/hemolysis response |
| Low | production problem context |
Reticulocyte count should be interpreted with hemoglobin and anemia cause.
Reticulocyte Count (%) is a laboratory blood test. It is commonly used as a bone marrow response. The test shows whether new red blood cells are being produced.
Doctors may also include it in anaemia workup assessments. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (EDTA).
A routine blood draw is low risk. You may feel a brief sting when the needle goes in, and some people notice temporary bruising, soreness or light-headedness afterwards. Fainting and infection are uncommon. The sample is collected at your home by a trained phlebotomist using sterile equipment, and the draw takes only a few minutes. If you feel unwell during or after collection, tell the phlebotomist or speak to your doctor.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only. For Delhi bookings, read this along with the city price, fasting note and home sample collection details on this page.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Reference range | Percent or absolute count | Use report units and age range first. |
| High reticulocytes | Above lab range | May suggest blood loss or red cell destruction response. |
| Low reticulocytes | Below expected | May suggest reduced marrow production. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Bone marrow response | Shows whether new red blood cells are being produced. |
| Anaemia workup | Helps separate production problem from destruction/loss. |
| Treatment tracking | Used after iron, B12/folate or anaemia treatment. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Fatigue, breathlessness, dizziness, pale skin. |
| Risk context | Anaemia, bleeding, hemolysis, chemotherapy or marrow disease. |
| Follow-up users | People monitoring response to anaemia treatment. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions. |
| Pairing | Read with CBC, iron/B12/folate and bilirubin/LDH if hemolysis suspected. |
| Interpretation | Absolute count can be more useful than percent alone. |
The current Reticulocyte Count (%) price in Delhi is Rs. 340. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions.
Select Add to Cart or Book Now, choose a suitable slot and provide your address and pincode. Home collection is available where serviceable.
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Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Report timing is shown during booking and can vary by test. Completed reports are shared digitally once the laboratory has processed the sample.
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