An Ottawa man marked a milestone Thursday, donating blood for the 150 th  time. "I am proud of it for sure," says 69-year-old Guy LeBlanc. Guy LeBlanc first donated when he was 19 years old. "It was at Carleton University and I thought it was something different," said LeBlanc. He says it soon became part of his …

Eating may affect  blood pressure reading For those suffering from hypertension, keeping a track of their blood pressure is crucial. This helps them monitor their heart health and thereby lower the risk of heart attack and stroke by taking medication whenever required. But to get an accurate number, it is crucial to take the reading…

Hand grip Exercise to lower high blood pressure  What is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure , also called hypertension, is a common health problem. It happens when there is an excessive long-term force of blood applied to the artery walls leading to heart diseases.  In India, the second most populous country in the worlds, the…

About the Test Purpose of the test The purpose of the RBC count is to find out if the number of red blood cells you have is normal or abnormal. RBC count may be included in routine blood testing during a check-up, usually as part of a complete blood count (CBC) measuring the number of red blood cells, white blood cells (WBCs), and…

What is a normal red blood cell count? Normal red blood cell counts differ based on the individual: Men: 4.7 to 6.1 million red blood cells per microliter of blood. Women: 4.2 to 5.4 million red blood cells per microliter of blood. Children: 4.0 to 5.5 million red blood cells per microliter of blood. If your count is outside of th…

What are red blood cells? Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, deliver oxygen to the tissues in your body. Oxygen turns into energy and your tissues release carbon dioxide. Your red blood cells also transport carbon dioxide to your lungs for you to exhale. Anatomy of Red Blood  Red blood cells develop in your body’s soft bon…

Overview Blood donation is a voluntary procedure that can help save the lives of others. There are several types of blood donation. Each type helps meet different medical needs. Why it's done You agree to have blood drawn so that it can be given to someone who needs a blood transfusion. Millions of people need blood transfusio…