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blood count
noun
: the determination of the blood cells in a definite volume of blood
also
: the number of cells so determined
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Our approach to maternal health in the US is largely clinical and quantitative, focused primarily on protocols, clinical metrics and clinical predictors like a blood pressure reading or a blood count.
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Lisa Fitzpatrick, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Tests showed that his blood counts were dangerously low, so Dr. John ordered a blood transfusion.
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John Carreyrou, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
These blood tests might include a complete blood count; a metabolic panel; and tests for fasting blood glucose, thyroid stimulating hormone, and vitamin B12 levels.
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Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
Her red blood count, hemoglobin levels and blood pressure were all low.
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Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 30 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1876, in the meaning defined above
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“Blood count.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blood%20count. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
blood count
noun
: the counting or estimating of the blood cells in a definite volume of blood
also
: the number of cells counted or estimated in this way
Medical Definition
blood count
noun
: the determination of the blood cells in a definite volume of blood
also
: the number of cells so determined see complete blood count, differential blood count
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