Determination of the number of individual components of blood is the most important task of the analysis. It is especially important to know the number of red blood cells performing the function of transporting oxygen to all tissues. The norm of erythrocytes in women is slightly higher than in the male half, and according to their number they make conclusions about the presence of inflammations, infections, and also judge whether the chosen treatment helps. Therefore, it is the determination of the number of blood cells that is one of the main tests of blood.
The level of erythrocytes in the blood - the norm in women
The normal values of the number of blood components are determined by the age and sex of the patient. For patients, the values within the range (3.4-5.1) x 10 ^ 12 g / l are considered normal. Any minor deviations are considered a consequence of the course of pathological processes in the body.
If in pregnant women the blood test for erythrocytes was low (to 3-4.7), then this is considered the norm for women in the "position". However, if the hemoglobin level falls along with it, then this indicates anemia, which can endanger pregnancy.
In addition, the drop in the number of blood cells occurs with hydremia (the introduction of excess fluid volume). A decrease in the indicator also arises because of:
- disturbances in the function of the respiratory system;
- erythremia;
- in diseases of the heart;
- with infections accompanied by an obstruction of the respiratory tract.
The average volume of red blood cells can exceed the permissible norm in women, but this phenomenon is not common. As a rule, it happens:
- when experiencing severe stress ;
- with violations of blood composition (erythremia);
- with insufficient oxygen supply caused by prolonged heart disease and respiratory organs.
Erythrocytes in urine - the norm in women
In an absolutely healthy person in urine, erythrocytes are practically not detected or found, but in very small numbers. The norm for women is slightly larger than for men and is up to 3 units.
When a blood cell is found in the urine, a woman is referred for reanalysis, which is taken with a catheter. If after it is also noted a high level of red blood cells, the doctor prescribes a complete examination of the urinary system. After all, this phenomenon indicates a number of pathologies:
- cystitis;
- pyelonephritis;
- urolithiasis disease;
- trauma of the urinary system.
Erythrocytes in the smear - the norm in women
Sometimes blood cells can be found in the smear. In the norm they should be no more than two pieces in the field of view. Increases the number of red blood cells due to:
- inflammations;
- menses;
- traumas of the vaginal mucosa;
- with hormonal failure .