Red Blood Cell Count
Also known as: RBC count; Erythrocyte count; Red count
Formal name: Red Blood Cell Count
Related tests: Complete blood count; Blood smear
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To evaluate any change in the number of red blood cells in your blood
When to Get Tested?
As part of a complete blood count (CBC), which may be ordered for a variety of reasons
Sample Required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm or by a fingerstick (children and adults) or heelstick (newborns)
Test Preparation Needed?
None





