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Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Equivalent (Ret-He) (HM0224)

Description

Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Equivalent (Ret-He) is an advanced hematology parameter that measures the hemoglobin content within reticulocytes (immature red blood cells). It provides real-time information about functional iron availability for erythropoiesis and is highly useful in the early detection of iron deficiency and monitoring response to iron therapy. Ret-He reflects recent bone marrow iron incorporation and is particularly valuable in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia and managing patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Report Time

Fasting

Not Required

Reporting Time

12 Hours

Gender

Male/Female

Age Group

5-99 yrs.

Pre-Test Instructions:

  • Fasting not required
  • Avoid clotted samples
  • Interpret alongside Serum Iron, Ferritin, and TSAT
  • Useful in patients receiving erythropoietin therapy

Parameters Covered

HAEMATOLOGY

- Complete Hemogram

रु 100

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