Above the range
Common causes of a high Reticulocyte Count
- Recent blood loss or hemolysis
- Response to iron/B12/folate therapy
- Erythropoietin therapy
Looking for the other direction? See what causes a low Reticulocyte Count.
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Above the range
What causes a high Reticulocyte Count?
Normal range 0.5-2.5 % of RBC (0.005-0.025 fraction SI). Specimen: Whole blood (EDTA). See the full Reticulocyte Count reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Reticulocyte Count?
The standard teaching reference range for Reticulocyte Count is 0.5-2.5 % of RBC in conventional units, or 0.005-0.025 fraction in SI units. This value is measured in whole blood (edta).
| Specimen | Whole blood (EDTA) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 0.5-2.5 % of RBC |
| SI range | 0.005-0.025 fraction |
| Panel | Complete Blood Count (CBC) |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Reticulocyte Count normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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