Is Platelet count 142 low, normal or dangerous? What does Platelet count level 142 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 23, 2025

Your Platelet count level of 142 is a Low Platelet count level.

Low Platelet count levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 150 thou/uL and 450 thou/uL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Platelet count range for men is :150 - 450 thou/uL

Ideal values of Platelet count depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Platelet count value
<5 years	152.13
5-10 years	154.29
10-15 years	156.481
15-20 years	158.703
20-25 years	160.957
25-30 years	163.243
30-35 years	165.561
35-40 years	167.912
40-45 years	170.296
45-50 years	172.714
50-55 years	175.167
55-60 years	177.654
60-70 years	180.177
70-80 years	182.736
80-90 years	185.331
90-100 years	187.963
>100 years	190.632

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

Misdiagnosis is more common than people think—and the consequences can be serious. Delayed treatment, unnecessary medication, or worse. If you want a second opinion on your blood work, one option is to upload it to a site like wholebodyprotocol.com, where world-class doctors review your results. They charge a small fee—around $90 (though you'll want to check the latest price as it fluctuates)—and email you a detailed report. With over 12 million people affected by misdiagnosis every year, that little bit of extra peace of mind can go a long way.

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Platelet count levels include:

• Sepsis
• Platelets may be used up quickly in serious conditions, such as disseminated intravascular coagulation
• Bone marrow damage
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
• Viral infections such as mononucleosis

Normal range of Platelet count found among women :150-450 thou/uL

Ideal values of Platelet count depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Platelet count value
<5 years	152.194
5-10 years	154.42
10-15 years	156.679
15-20 years	158.971
20-25 years	161.296
25-30 years	163.655
30-35 years	166.049
35-40 years	168.478
40-45 years	170.942
45-50 years	173.442
50-55 years	175.979
55-60 years	178.553
60-70 years	181.165
70-80 years	183.815
80-90 years	186.503
90-100 years	189.231
>100 years	191.999

If you take a Platelet count blood test and the results are not in the normal range (150-450 thou/uL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Platelet count Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Platelet count test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Platelet count levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Platelet count test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• Cleveland Clinic – Platelet Count (PLT): Normal Range, Test Results & Meaning
• MedlinePlus – Platelet Tests
• MedlinePlus – Platelet count