A complete blood count (CBC) measures components of blood including red blood cell count, white blood cell count, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelet count. It provides information about the blood and bone marrow. Abnormal CBC results can indicate conditions such as anemia, infection, blood loss, bone marrow diseases, and cancers. The CBC is an important test used to screen for diseases, monitor treatment effectiveness, and identify acute and chronic illnesses.