blood-count

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A laboratory test that measures the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in a sample of blood, often used to assess overall health or diagnose conditions such as anemia, infection, or leukemia.
Usage Examples
  • (A test to measure blood cell levels.)
  • (The test results revealed a deficiency in red cells.)
Advanced Usage
  • "complete blood count (CBC)": a common panel of tests that includes a full blood count, often used in routine medical checkups.
    • The patient's complete blood count was normal, so no further tests were needed. (The full blood test showed no abnormalities.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Blood (n): the red liquid that circulates in the body.
    • He donated blood at the clinic. (He gave a sample of his blood.)
  • Count (n): the act of determining the number of something.
    • The count of white blood cells was elevated. (The number measured was high.)
Synonyms
  • Blood test: a broader term for any analysis of a blood sample.
  • Hematology test: a specific term for tests related to blood cells.
Related Idioms
  • "to have a low blood count": to have a reduced number of blood cells, typically red cells, leading to fatigue or weakness.
    • After chemotherapy, she had a low blood count and needed a transfusion. (Her blood cell levels were dangerously low.)
  • "to raise one's blood count": to increase the number of blood cells, often through diet, medication, or transfusion.
    • Eating iron-rich foods can help raise your blood count if you are anemic. (A diet high in iron can improve red blood cell production.)