What Is a Normal CBC Level?

The normal CBC range is M: 13.5–17.5 / F: 12.0–16.0 g/dL. Values below or above this range may indicate a condition that requires further evaluation.

Reference Range Table

MarkerLowNormalHigh
HemoglobinM: <13.5 / F: <12.0 g/dL — anemiaM: 13.5–17.5 / F: 12.0–16.0 g/dLAbove range — polycythemia
White Blood CellsBelow 4,500/mcL — leukopenia4,500–11,000/mcLAbove 11,000/mcL — infection or inflammation
PlateletsBelow 150,000/mcL — thrombocytopenia150,000–400,000/mcLAbove 400,000/mcL — thrombocytosis

What Affects Your Results

Hydration, recent exercise, altitude, pregnancy, medications (chemotherapy, steroids), active infections, and blood disorders.

When to Retest

Annually for routine screening. More frequently if monitoring anemia, infection, or blood disorders.

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