If you have hepatitis B, your red blood cell test result is increased, RBC 5.68 T/L, HGB 160g/L, what tests should you do to check?

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I have been taking medicine for hepatitis B since 1 year, I have a blood test every 3 months. In the last 5 tests, my blood count results: red blood cell count is higher than normal, RBC 5.68 T/L, HGB 160g/L . I want to ask if I have hepatitis B, the red blood cell test result is increased, RBC 5.68 T/L, HGB 160g/L, what tests should I go to and do to check? What do I need to prepare before going to the doctor? Thank you doctor!
To Thi Thu (1989)
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Hello! Your blood test results refer to 2 numbers RBC and HGB, these are 2 test numbers for red blood cells, your 2 values ​​are higher than the reference value. These indicators may be elevated in some cases, possibly due to physiological or pathological reasons. You should see a hematologist for specific advice.
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Answered by Doctor, Specialist II Le Thi Na - Laboratory Department - Vinmec Times City International Hospital