Is Platelet count 38 low, normal or dangerous? What does Platelet count level 38 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 23, 2025

Your Platelet count level of 38 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	155.7
5-10 years	161.617
10-15 years	167.758
15-20 years	174.133
20-25 years	180.75
25-30 years	187.619
30-35 years	194.749
35-40 years	202.149
40-45 years	209.831
45-50 years	217.805
50-55 years	226.082
55-60 years	234.673
60-70 years	243.591
70-80 years	252.847
80-90 years	262.455
90-100 years	272.428
>100 years	282.78

*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	155.871
5-10 years	161.972
10-15 years	168.312
15-20 years	174.9
20-25 years	181.746
25-30 years	188.86
30-35 years	196.252
35-40 years	203.933
40-45 years	211.915
45-50 years	220.209
50-55 years	228.828
55-60 years	237.784
60-70 years	247.091
70-80 years	256.762
80-90 years	266.812
90-100 years	277.255
>100 years	288.107

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