Blood Results

[hooper]

Hi all! I have just had my 3 monthly blood test results back. Can anyone tell me what they mean regarding how well or badly I am doing please? I was diagnosed 2 years ago. Many thanks....

Hb 120; WBC 16; Platelets 183; Neutrophils 6.3; Lymphocytes 8.3; normal liver and renal function test.

Jen

Jen

[Oleboyredw-uk]

Hi Jen,

To have a reasonable look at the blood test results you should compare them over a longer term that just a single observation. That way you get a view of the trends rather than a point in time.

What many of us do is put them into a spreadsheet each time we collect them, then it is easier to see what is happening. It doesn't have to be a spreadsheet on a computer if you'd prefer not to. Having it laid out on a piece of paper can work for some.

You can find out information about the 'normal ranges' on the CLLSA website ... cllsupport.org.uk/ There is a document there, but currently I cant seem to access the site at all. It is also documented in the pinned posts here - look for this entry from Hairbear .... "Recently diagnosed? Easy read patient friendly UK resources to help you begin your journey"

I take my table that I've been building up over the last 2.5 years each time I see my consultant to compare that day's results with the previous.

rob

[hooper in reply to Oleboyredw-uk]

Thanks Rob, sounds a good way to go!

Jen

[Cllcanada Top Poster CURE Hero in reply to hooper]

Jen, best to track your absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) for the best view of CLL progression... over time.

Usually counts bounce around test to test, certainly with a white blood cell count (WBC) under 30K, so look for trending..

~chris

[Oleboyredw-uk in reply to Cllcanada]

Whilst it doesnt seem common, my printouts from hospital (The Christie, Manchester, UK) report Absolute Lymphocyte Count as LYM).

Rob

[AussieNeil Administrator]

Jen, I think many here would be happy to have the results you've published. Your haemoglobin might be a bit low, but then again, that might be normal for you. As others have said, you need to look for trends.

Neil