Concerned about persistent fatigue, frequent infections, unusual bruising, or simply wanting a comprehensive check-up of your blood health and immune system?
The Full Blood Count (FBC) Blood Test measures your blood's red cells, white cells, and platelets. It may help check for anaemia, infection, immune problems, or overall health changes, and is one of the most commonly requested routine blood tests. This test also includes ESR.
You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.
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View all your lab results in your secure health dashboard. Easy!
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Overview
Think of the Full Blood Count (FBC) test as your blood's comprehensive health report card. Just like a detailed report tells you how well different parts of a system are working, this test examines the three main "teams" in your blood: red blood cells (your body's oxygen delivery trucks), white blood cells (your immune system's security force), and platelets (your internal repair crew that stops bleeding). By counting and examining these different blood components, the FBC gives doctors a clear picture of how well your body is producing blood cells, fighting off infections, and maintaining its ability to heal from cuts and bruises.
This test is incredibly valuable because your blood touches every part of your body, so problems often show up here first. If you're feeling unusually tired, getting sick frequently, or noticing unusual bruising, an FBC can help explain why by revealing issues like anemia (too few red blood cells), infections (high white blood cell count), or clotting problems (low platelet count). It's also essential for monitoring people with chronic conditions or those taking medications that might affect blood production, making it one of the most useful tools for understanding your overall health and catching potential problems before they become serious.
Symptoms
Essential for anyone experiencing unexplained fatigue, frequent infections, easy bruising, or unusual bleeding. Valuable for routine health screening, pre-operative assessment, monitoring chronic conditions, or investigating symptoms like dizziness, weakness, or shortness of breath. Important for individuals with family history of blood disorders, autoimmune conditions, or those taking medications that might affect blood cells.
Questions
Low haemoglobin indicates anaemia, which can cause fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Common causes include iron deficiency, vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, chronic disease, or blood loss.
Elevated white blood cells usually indicate your immune system is responding to infection, inflammation, or stress. However, very high levels may require further investigation to rule out blood disorders.
Low platelets can result from decreased production (bone marrow problems), increased destruction (immune conditions), or sequestration (enlarged spleen). This can increase bleeding and bruising risk.
For healthy adults, every 1-2 years during routine check-ups. More frequent testing may be needed if you have chronic conditions, take certain medications, or have abnormal previous results.
Yes, dehydration can concentrate your blood, making cell counts appear higher than normal. Ensure adequate hydration before testing for accurate results.
Red cell Distribution Width (RDW) measures variation in red blood cell size. High RDW can indicate nutritional deficiencies, blood disorders, or chronic diseases even when overall cell counts appear normal.
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Biomarkers
Basophils
Eosinophils
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Haematocrit
Haemoglobin
Lymphocytes
Lymphocytes Ratio
Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH)
Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)
Mean Cell Volume (MCV)
Monocytes
Neutrophils
Platelet count
Red cell distribution width (RDW)
Red Blood Cell Count (RBC)
White Blood Cell (WBC) Count
How to prepare
No fasting required. No special preparation needed. Stay well-hydrated before your test. Inform your healthcare provider about any medications, supplements, or recent illnesses as these can affect blood cell counts. Avoid intense exercise immediately before testing.
After the test
Discuss any abnormal results with your healthcare provider. Further testing may be required depending on findings, such as iron studies for anaemia, blood film examination for cell abnormalities, or additional tests to identify underlying causes. Follow-up FBC testing may be recommended to monitor treatment effectiveness or track changes over time.
Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.
Understanding results
Normal ranges vary by age and gender. Typical adult ranges: Haemoglobin (120-160 g/L women, 140-180 g/L men), White blood cells (4.0-11.0 x10⁹/L), Platelets (150-400 x10⁹/L). Low haemoglobin suggests anaemia; high white cell count may indicate infection or inflammation; low platelets increase bleeding risk. Results are interpreted together with symptoms and medical history for accurate diagnosis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.
If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.
Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)
Of course. Just maybe don’t bring the friend who faints at the sight of blood.
They’re the highly trained professionals who take your blood sample - with a steady hand and a sharp needle. They love blood, but don’t worry… they’re not vampires. Just legends who make blood tests quick, clean, and (almost) painless.
Some of our tests include Urine, Stool, Saliva and more. Each test will have a clear description on what sample you will need to give and instructions on how.
