Which specialist should I consult for a high platelet count?

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Dr Muhd Taufiq

General Practitioner

A high platelet count or thrombocytosis doesn't necessarily means you need to see a specialist. We need to see how high it is, whether there are other parameters which are also abnormal. Need to find out if you have any symptoms which may point to the possible cause.

There is a long list of thrombocytosis like blood loss, iron deficiency, hemolytic anemia

I would suggest you see a GP first so that he can take a look at the full results, ask you further questions, examine if required.

He will then be able to decide on what is the next best course of action. You may or may not need a referral.

Regards,

Dr Taufiq

As Dr Taufiq explained, going to see your GP for an interpretation of the results would be a good first port of call. This is because there are many causes for abnormal blood tests, which need to be interpreted in the context of other factors (eg. any other existing medical conditions, health issues, etc).

For example, reactive thrombocythemia is one of the most common causes of high platelet count. This can be attributable to infection, tissue damage, inflammation, iron deficiency, medication etc.

If necessary, your GP can direct you to the appropriate specialist after analysing your blood report. There are again many specialists who deal with abnormalities of blood test lab results, ranging from Haematologists to Internal Medicine Doctors, so it's really difficult to advice your based on just an abnormal platelet count reading.

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