{"product_id":"pbs-for-schistocytes-blood-test","title":"PBS for Schistocytes Blood Test – Fragmented Red Blood Cell Detection","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the PBS for Schistocytes Blood Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This test checks for fragmented red blood cells in a blood smear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PBS for Schistocytes Test is a \u003cstrong\u003eperipheral blood smear examination\u003c\/strong\u003e, a micro-definition meaning microscopic review of stained blood cells. It specifically identifies \u003cstrong\u003eschistocytes\u003c\/strong\u003e, a micro-definition referring to broken or fragmented red blood cells. Their presence helps detect \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/health-articles\/how-to-test-for-anaemia\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to test for anaemia\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehaemolytic anaemia\u003c\/a\u003e and clotting-related blood disorders. At \u003cstrong\u003ehealthcare nt sickcare\u003c\/strong\u003e, this test is available in Pune through Home Collection Facility and Direct Walk-in Facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is this test advised?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e It helps diagnose red cell destruction and clotting disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is advised when doctors suspect conditions causing \u003cstrong\u003eintravascular haemolysis\u003c\/strong\u003e, a micro-definition describing red blood cell breakdown within blood vessels. It supports diagnosis of thrombotic microangiopathy, severe infections, or mechanical heart valve-related damage, assisting accurate clinical decisions for patients across Pune and Maharashtra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest covered in this package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. 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