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We are available in
Kolkata | Howrah | Hooghly | North 24 PGS
Call Us On:
+91 9831752373
Anemia is not just "tiredness." It is a cellular oxygen deficit. At RiLINUS, we go beyond basic hemoglobin to analyze iron stores, genetic markers, and absorption levels.
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Hematology Suite
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Foundational Screening
Comprehensive Genetic & Iron Profile
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Anemia is a complex condition where the blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin. While Iron Deficiency is the most common cause, at **RiLINUS Healthlabs**, we utilize **Hemoglobin Electrophoresis** and **Genetic Testing** to identify hereditary conditions like Thalassemia, which often go misdiagnosed as simple iron deficiency.
Measures MCV and MCH to differentiate between small (microcytic) and large (macrocytic) cells.
Tests TIBC and Ferritin to see if your body can effectively transport and store iron.
Essential for nerve health and DNA synthesis; deficiency causes Pernicious Anemia.
Screening stool for hidden blood is a critical step in identifying internal GI bleeding.
The **Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate** is a non-specific marker of inflammation. In anemia, a high ESR often points towards chronic diseases or infections as the underlying cause of low blood count.
Our **Peripheral Blood Smear** involves a pathologist manually examining blood cells under a microscope to detect abnormal cell shapes, sickle cells, or parasite presence like Malaria.
RiLINUS provides advanced screening for inherited disorders:
Iron &
Vitamin C
Always consume iron-rich foods (spinach, lean meats) with Vitamin C to increase absorption rates significantly.
Limit
Caffeine
Tannins in tea and coffee inhibit iron absorption. Avoid these beverages for 1 hour before and after meals.
Regular
CBC Checks
Annual blood counts are essential for women of reproductive age and vegetarians to prevent chronic depletion.
For a Basic CBC, fasting isn't required. However, for Serum Iron and Vitamin B12, an 8-12 hour fast is mandatory for accurate baseline results.
Serum Iron measures iron currently in your blood, while Ferritin (included in our advanced panels) measures your body's total stored iron.
Occult Blood testing checks for microscopic blood loss in the stool, which is a major cause of iron deficiency anemia in men and older adults.
These tests measure how long it takes for your blood to clot. This is crucial if you have easy bruising or are investigating bleeding disorders.
Routine CBC and Iron reports are ready within 12 hours. Genetic tests and Electrophoresis may take 48-72 hours due to complex lab processing.
A CBC can suggest Thalassemia (low MCV/MCH), but it requires Hemoglobin Electrophoresis for a definitive diagnosis.