blood count

noun

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

blood count

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of blood count¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

The blood is obtained from the finger-tip or the lobe of the ear, as for a blood count; only a very small drop is required.

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In any case the blood-count should have been normal for at least a month and a half before any surgical interference is attempted.

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As a rule a blood count will not show any very striking evidence of true anæmia.

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His blood count is normal and he isn't hurt physically unless there are internal injuries.

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Then he picked up the phone again to order Joan's blood count, and I got out the door, fast.

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