Synonyms

blood count

American

noun

the count of the number of red and white blood cells and platelets in a specific volume of blood.

blood count British

noun

the number of red and white blood corpuscles and platelets in a specific sample of blood See haemocytometer

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Etymology

Origin of blood count

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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On a Tuesday morning at school, Betsy was determined to lead by example when getting her thumb pricked so Lesley could squeeze out enough blood to check her blood count.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

A complete blood count panel measures various components of the blood to provide a comprehensive overview of the cells that make it up.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2024

The total testosterone was measured using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, and hematocrit was calculated as part of a complete blood count.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2023

Labs don’t have enough of the reagents needed to run full blood count tests.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 12, 2022

He had a high fever and his blood count was abnormal.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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