Blood cells · PLT
Platelets (PLT)
Linked to bleeding risk; confirm feline low counts and check for clumps.
This site does not list fixed normal values: reference ranges differ by analyzer and method, so always use the range printed on your report.
Related clinical questions
Platelets help stop bleeding. True reductions prompt assessment of bleeding and the underlying cause.
Why this marker matters
Clumps after collection may be missed by an analyzer, particularly in cats.
Interpretation limits
A low count proves neither clumping nor a specific disease. A normal PCT does not settle the question.
Tests to read alongside it
Blood smear estimate and clumps, repeat PLT, other blood cells and, when indicated, coagulation testing.
Questions at follow-up
Ask how the count was confirmed. Contact your vet promptly for bleeding or sudden severe weakness.
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This site is for general reference only and is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis. If your cat shows unusual signs, please see a vet promptly.