Three neglected numbers in the CBC: The RDW, MPV, and NRBC count | Zendy

Jori E. May | Zendy; Marisa B. Marques | Zendy; Vishnu Reddy | Zendy; Radhika Gangaraju | Zendy

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Three neglected numbers in the CBC: The RDW, MPV, and NRBC count

Author(s) -

Jori E. May,

Marisa B. Marques,

Vishnu Reddy,

Radhika Gangaraju

Publication year - 2019

Publication title -

cleveland clinic journal of medicine

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.359

H-Index - 63

eISSN - 1939-2869

pISSN - 0891-1150

DOI - 10.3949/ccjm.86a.18072

Subject(s) - complete blood count , medicine , red blood cell distribution width , blood count , mean platelet volume , nucleated red blood cell , platelet , pregnancy , fetus , biology , genetics

The complete blood cell count (CBC) is one of the most frequently ordered laboratory tests, but some values included in the test may be overlooked. This brief review discusses 3 potentially underutilized components of the CBC: the red blood cell distribution width (RDW), the mean platelet volume (MPV), and the nucleated red blood cell (NRBC) count. These results have unique diagnostic applications and prognostic implications that can be incorporated into clinical practice. By understanding all components of the CBC, providers can learn more about the patient's condition.

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