CBC normal range chart for adults
Medically reviewed by Dr. N. S. Santosh Varma, MBBS, FIM, FIDM, FICCM · Reg. APMC/FMR 112686 · Updated the day of publishing
A CBC report lists haemoglobin, red cells, white cells and platelets. Commonly used adult ranges are: haemoglobin about 13–17 g/dL in men and 12–15 g/dL in women, total white cells about 4,000–11,000 per µL, and platelets about 1.5–4.5 lakh per µL. Values slightly outside the range are common and need a doctor's interpretation.
CBC normal values (adults)
| Parameter | Commonly used adult range |
|---|---|
| Haemoglobin | Men 13–17 g/dL · Women 12–15 g/dL |
| RBC count | Men 4.5–5.5 · Women 3.8–4.8 million/µL |
| PCV (haematocrit) | Men 40–50% · Women 36–46% |
| MCV | 80–100 fL |
| Total WBC count | 4,000–11,000 /µL |
| Neutrophils | 40–80% |
| Lymphocytes | 20–40% |
| Platelets | 1.5–4.5 lakh /µL |
Reference ranges differ slightly between labs, by age and by sex; always read the range printed on your own report and ask a doctor to interpret it.
What common changes may mean
| Finding | Common reasons |
|---|---|
| Low haemoglobin | Anaemia: low iron, B12 or folate, blood loss |
| High WBC | Infection, inflammation, stress, some medicines |
| Low WBC | Viral infections, some medicines |
| Low platelets | Viral fevers such as dengue, some medicines |
Is it included in YIRA's checkup?
Yes. The CBC (29 values, with peripheral smear and ESR) is part of the 70-test checkup in every YIRA Family Health Plan, with home sample collection and a doctor consultation to go through your report.
A YIRA Family Health Plan includes a 70-test full body checkup at home for one registered member, a doctor consultation for the family, a review of an elder's past reports, and dental and eye check-ups. Essential ₹999 a year (up to 4 family members registered); Complete ₹1,299 a year (up to 8, with ₹5 lakh accident cover for the buyer).
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Frequently asked questions
What is a normal platelet count?
Commonly about 1.5 to 4.5 lakh per µL (150,000–450,000). Your lab prints its own range.
Is a slightly abnormal CBC value serious?
Often not. Small variations are common. A doctor looks at the whole report, your symptoms and trends over time.
Does a CBC need fasting?
Not on its own. With a lipid profile, labs ask for 10–12 hours of fasting.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. N. S. Santosh Varma (MBBS, FIM, FIDM, FICCM; APMC/FMR 112686). Prepared by the YIRA health team · Last updated 1 October 2026. This page is general health information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Reference ranges differ between labs; always discuss your results with a doctor. In an emergency, call 108 or go to the nearest hospital.