Our Haematology laboratory provides full blood count, differential leucocyte count, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) testing for the investigation and monitoring of anaemia, haematological disorders, infections, and inflammatory conditions.
Haematology Overview
Analysed on a fully automated haematology platform with manual review of abnormal differentials, our results are released within 2u20134 hours with urgent STAT processing available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fasting is not required for a standard CBC or ESR. However, if additional tests are ordered alongside (such as glucose or lipids), fasting may be required. Your doctor’s request form will indicate if fasting is needed.
The 5-part differential classifies white blood cells into five types: neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils. Each cell type plays a different role in immunity, and their relative proportions help identify infection, allergy, or haematological disorders.
STAT results are available in under 1 hour. Routine results are typically ready within 2u20134 hours. Urgent requests are prioritised.
ESR is a non-specific marker of systemic inflammation. It is elevated in infections, autoimmune diseases (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), inflammatory bowel disease, and some cancers. It is useful for monitoring disease activity and treatment response.
CBC is a highly informative screening test but is not diagnostic for all conditions. Abnormal results often require additional specialist investigations such as bone marrow examination, iron studies, or haemoglobin electrophoresis. Your doctor will guide further testing based on your CBC results.