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Hb, TLC, DLC & ESR Test

Explore the Hb, TLC, DLC & ESR test at PingMeDoc™ for blood counts, clotting or related blood assessments. Check the exact measurements, specimen type, preparation instructions, current price and report turnaround shown in the laboratory catalogue. Ask a doctor whether this test is appropriate for your symptoms or monitoring needs.

Also known as

Hb TLC DLC ESR Test · Haemoglobin, Total Leucocyte Count, Differential Leucocyte Count and ESR · Hb TC DC ESR · TLC DLC ESR · Hb TLC DLC · Blood Routine · CBC with ESR

Sample
Blood
Fasting
Not required
Expected report time
Same day / 24 hours
Parameters
9

Hb TLC DLC ESR Test: quick answers

Hb TLC DLC ESR Test full form
Haemoglobin, Total Leucocyte Count, Differential Leucocyte Count and ESR
Hb TLC DLC ESR Test price
₹409, home sample collection
Normal range (adults)
Haemoglobin (men): 13 to 17 g/dL; Haemoglobin (women): 12 to 15 g/dL more
Done for
Fever, to look for signs of infection; Tiredness, weakness or pallor, to check for anaemia; Suspected inflammation, such as joint pain or a long-lasting illness
Fasting
Not required
Report
Same day / 24 hours

What is the Hb TLC DLC ESR Test?

This is a basic blood test that measures haemoglobin (Hb), the total white blood cell count (TLC), the share of each type of white cell (DLC) and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). Together they help a doctor check for anaemia, infection and inflammation. It is a smaller panel than a complete blood count, which also reports red cell indices and platelets.

Hb TLC DLC ESR Test normal range

MeasurementTypical adult value
Haemoglobin (men)13 to 17 g/dL
Haemoglobin (women)12 to 15 g/dL
TLC (adults)4,000 to 11,000 cells/µL
Neutrophils40% to 75%
Lymphocytes20% to 40%
Monocytes2% to 10%
Eosinophils1% to 6%
Basophilsunder 1% to 2%
ESR (men under 50)0 to 15 mm/hr
ESR (women under 50)0 to 20 mm/hr

Haemoglobin is lower in pregnancy (anaemia below 11 g/dL by WHO). ESR rises with age. Children have different ranges.

Ranges differ between laboratories and methods. The reference range printed on your own report is the one to read your result against.

What your Hb TLC DLC ESR Test result means

Low haemoglobin
Indicates anaemia. Common causes include iron deficiency, blood loss and vitamin B12 or folate deficiency; further tests usually find the cause.
High TLC
Often seen with bacterial infection, inflammation, stress or steroid medicines. A very high count, or immature cells, needs prompt review.
Low TLC
Can occur with some viral infections such as dengue, certain medicines and bone marrow problems. A doctor decides whether to repeat it.
High ESR
A non-specific sign of inflammation, infection or anaemia. It does not point to one disease and is read with symptoms and other tests.

One result is not a diagnosis. A doctor reads it with your symptoms, history, medicines and other tests.

Why is the Hb TLC DLC ESR Test done?

  • Fever, to look for signs of infection
  • Tiredness, weakness or pallor, to check for anaemia
  • Suspected inflammation, such as joint pain or a long-lasting illness
  • Routine checks before a procedure or for a job
  • Following up a previous abnormal result

What does the Hb, TLC, DLC & ESR Test measure?

9 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.

Complete Blood Count7 parameters
ParameterUnitCatalogue methodLOINC
Haemoglobin (Hb)g/dLSLS-Hemoglobin Method718-7
Total Leucocyte Count (TLC)×10³/µLHydrodynamic Focusing & Flow Cytometry6690-2
Neutrophils %%Flow Cytometry770-8
Lymphocytes %%Flow Cytometry736-9
Monocytes %%Flow Cytometry5905-5
Eosinophils %%Flow Cytometry713-8
Basophils %%Flow Cytometry706-2
Other measurements2 parameters
ParameterUnitLOINC
Differential Leucocyte Count (DLC)
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)mm/hr4537-7

The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.

Hb TLC DLC ESR Test: sample & preparation

Sample: Blood. Fasting: Not required.

  • No fasting is required; a blood sample will be drawn from your arm as usual.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full form of Hb TLC DLC ESR?
Hb is haemoglobin, TLC is total leucocyte count (all white blood cells), DLC is differential leucocyte count (the share of neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils and basophils) and ESR is erythrocyte sedimentation rate. TC and DC are older names for TLC and DLC.
Is Hb TLC DLC ESR the same as a CBC?
Not quite. A CBC includes haemoglobin, TLC and DLC, and also red cell count, PCV, red cell indices (MCV, MCH, MCHC) and platelets. ESR is a separate test that is often added. If your doctor wrote CBC, book the CBC.
Is fasting needed for the Hb TLC DLC ESR test?
No fasting is needed. A small blood sample is taken from a vein and you can eat normally before it.
Why is the ESR checked along with TLC and DLC?
TLC and DLC show how the white cells are responding, while ESR is a general marker of inflammation. Together they give a doctor a first picture of whether infection or inflammation is present, especially in fever that lasts more than a few days.
How much does the Hb, TLC, DLC & ESR cost?
The current online price is ₹409, with MRP ₹1,569. Review your booking total before payment.
Can I book this test for home collection?
Yes. Add your collection address and choose an available collection slot at checkout.
When is the report expected?
The catalogue lists Same day / 24 hours. Confirm the collection and report schedule with the booking team.
Can I book this with other tests?
You can add available tests to the same cart. Review the combined preparation instructions and collection requirements with the booking team.

Sources: World Health Organization: Guideline on haemoglobin cutoffs to define anaemia in individuals and populations, 2024; Dacie and Lewis Practical Haematology, 12th edition; ICSH review of the measurement of erythrocyte sedimentation rate (Jou et al., 2011). General information, not medical advice.

This page gives catalogue facts only (sample, preparation, report time) and has not been reviewed by a doctor. It is general information, not a diagnosis or advice for you: your doctor decides which tests you need and what the results mean.

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