Full Blood Count Testing | Southdowns Pharmacy Group

Private Full Blood Count (FBC) Testing

Understand Your Health in Minutes

A comprehensive blood health check exclusively available at our pharmacy

Whether you are feeling tired, run down, concerned about your immunity, or simply want reassurance about your health, our Private Full Blood Count (FBC) service provides fast, professional insight into key blood biomarkers.

With convenient appointments, expert pharmacy support, and rapid results, you can take control of your health without long GP waits.

Why Choose Our Private FBC Service?

Fast Access
No long waiting lists or delayed appointments.
Professional Clinical Review
Your results are reviewed by experienced healthcare professionals.
Convenient Local Service
Simple booking process with discreet in-pharmacy testing.
Early Health Insight
Identify potential signs of anaemia, infection, inflammation, immune issues, or vitamin deficiencies.

Ideal For:

Persistent tiredness or fatigue
Frequent infections
General health monitoring
Men’s and women’s health checks
Fitness and wellbeing tracking
Peace of mind

What Does the Full Blood Count Test Measure?

Haemoglobin (Hb)

Measures oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.

Normal Range:

Men: 130–180 g/L
Women: 115–165 g/L

Low levels may indicate anaemia.

Red Blood Cells (RBC)

Measures the number of red blood cells in circulation.

Normal Range:

Men: 4.5–6.5 x10¹²/L
Women: 3.8–5.8 x10¹²/L

White Blood Cells (WBC)

Measures immune system activity and infection response.

Normal Range:

4.0–11.0 x10⁹/L

Platelets

Essential for blood clotting and healing.

Normal Range:

150–400 x10⁹/L

Neutrophils

Help fight bacterial infections.

Normal Range:

2.0–7.5 x10⁹/L

Lymphocytes

Important for viral immunity and immune defence.

Normal Range:

1.0–4.0 x10⁹/L

Monocytes

Assist with inflammation control and tissue repair.

Normal Range:

0.2–0.8 x10⁹/L

Eosinophils

Often associated with allergies, asthma, or immune responses.

Normal Range:

0.0–0.4 x10⁹/L

Basophils

Involved in allergic and inflammatory reactions.

Normal Range:

0.0–0.1 x10⁹/L

MCH (Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin)

Measures the average amount of haemoglobin in each red blood cell.

Normal Range:

27–33 pg

RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width)

Measures variation in red blood cell size.

Normal Range:

11.5–14.5%

How It Works

Step 1 – Book Your Appointment
Choose a convenient appointment time online or in-store.
Step 2 – Quick Blood Sample
A trained healthcare professional will collect your sample.
Step 3 – Laboratory Analysis
Your blood sample is processed by an accredited laboratory.
Step 4 – Receive Your Results
Results are explained clearly with professional guidance.

Why Patients Trust Our Service

Confidential and discreet
Trusted healthcare professionals
No GP referral needed
Fast turnaround times
Local and convenient
Personalised support and interpretation

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to fast?
No fasting is usually required for a Full Blood Count test.
How quickly will I receive results?
Most results are available within 24–72 hours depending on laboratory processing times.
Is the test suitable if I feel well?
Yes. Many patients use FBC testing as part of routine health monitoring.
Can abnormal results be explained?
Yes. Our healthcare team can discuss your results and advise if further medical review is appropriate.

Book Your Private Full Blood Count Today

Take control of your health with rapid access to professional blood testing.

Or speak to our pharmacy team for more information.

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Important Information

This service is intended for health screening and monitoring purposes only and does not replace medical diagnosis or emergency care. Reference ranges may vary slightly depending on laboratory methods and patient factors.