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Low platelets, 119-137 over past few yrs. 10 yrs ago were higher in the 200's. some bruises when not hurt. other bloodwork ok. 40 f- should i worry?

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Low Platelet counts?: Platelet counts >100,000 are acceptable provided there is no other issues present. If your Hemoglobin(Hb) and WBC/Differential count are entirely normal, then there is not much to worry about immediately. But you should get serial platelet counts, done at every 3 to 6 months for the next 1-2 years and do it at a reliable Lab such the Quest labs. Also send us the results of a current CBC. That wil

Answered 7/22/2015

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Relax: Usually we never find the explanations for these minor platelets variances. Have it followed yearly.

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