Dengue and malaria are one of the most common diseases in monsoon season and the main thing dengue does is that it decreases the platelet count of a person . in this blog we’ll get to know about the platelets and...
Platelets are the type of blood cells which are responsible for the clotting of the blood.a low platelet count in blood can cause a bleeding disorder in a body
If you have a low platelet count then you might experience symptoms such as lethargy, tiredness, excessive bleeding even due to the normal cut , nose bleeding etc.
The normal range of platelets is 1,50,000 to 4,50,000 platelets per microliter of blood.platelet level below this can cause the bleeding disorder in a person . The condition in which the person has a low platelet level is called Thrombocytopenia.
7 Effective tips to increase your platelet count naturally
There are many ways to boost your platelet level, 7 best tips to boost your platelet count fast are listed below :
Green leafy vegetables : these vegetables have a high high amount of vitamins, minerale , folate in them which are responsible for the red blood cell production and boosting platelets in the blood.
Foods rich in vitamin C : vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin and is responsible for boosting the iron level in the body which further aids in platelet grouping process . examples of the Vitamin C rich fruits are as follows kiwi, oranges, grapes etc.
Papaya leaves : many studies have suggested that the papaya leaves can boost the platelet production in a body especially in the case of dengue fever . platelet levels decrease drastically in dengue fever . You can drink the papaya leaves juices to boost the platelets level in the body. Papaya leaf pills are also available in the market for convenience.
Animal products : vitamin B12 is mainly found in animal products such as egg, meat, fish etc . This vitamin is also available in plants but the options are very limited. Vitamin B12 is responsible for the development of the blood cell and any deficiency in vitamin B12 can directly affect platelet production therefore eat food rich in vitamin B12 to boost your platelets levels.
Dark chocolate: It contains the high amount of iron into them which further helps in boosting the production of blood cells in the. Platelets are the part of blood cells therefore for increasing the platelet count in a blood it is important to maintain the iron level in the body.
Eat a well balanced diet : Eat a diet which is rich in vitamin A,D, E ,K , C , B12 and iron as it is necessary for blood cell production and its maintenance. Deficiency in the levels of these nutrients can affect the level of platelets in a body. Examples of foods which are rich in these nutrients are as follows: meat, fish, coconut water, dairy products, vitamin c rich fruits and vegetables, broccoli etc.
Avoid consumption of alcohol : Alcohol doesn't provide any nutritional value to the body in fact, it decreases the platelets level in the body not only that it attacks the present platelet level in a body and also aids in the progression of the bleeding issues. Therefore if you have a low platelet count then you must avoid consuming alcohol.
Conclusion
People who have a low platelet count in their blood for a long time , these people are at high risk of developing infection and blood related disorder. Low platelet count can become life threatening . platelet count can be decreased due to a variety of reasons such as autoimmune disease , blood disorder dengue etc. it is very important to keep track of your platelet count before it's too late. You can book your platelet count test at home in Delhi with Ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount upto 50% off.
Related blood test available at ganesh diagnostic test center
- Platelet Count
- Platelet Distribution
- Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)
- CBC (Complete Blood Count)
- CBC Advanced
FAQ’s
What is platelet ?
Platelet are the type of blood cells which is responsible for the clotting of the blood
What is the platelet normal range ?
The platelet normal range is 1,50,000 to 4,50,000 platelets per microliter of blood.
What does the Platelet count low means ?
Platelet count low means that the person might have the bleeding disorder or difficulty in clotting the blood.
How can I increase my platelet levels ?
To increase your platelets levels eat foods rich in iron, folate and vitamin d and avoid the consumption of alcohol.
How can I find the Platelet blood test near me ?
You can type the Platelet blood test near me in google search and check for the nearest location available.
What is the Platelet blood test price in Delhi ?
The Platelet blood test price in delhi varies INR 100 to INR 500 based on the location and the facility of the diagnostic centre.You can book your Platelet blood test at home in Delhi at an affordable range with ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount upto 50% off
How to download the Platelet blood test report at home?
You can click on the Ganesh Diagnostic Centre website to download the Platelet blood test report or get the report on a registered WhatsApp number.
