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Platelet counts in healthy adult Sierra Leoneans
S M Gevao1, E Pabs-Garnon, A C Williams
1College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierra Leone, P.M.B., Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Insights
This study determined normal platelet counts in 100 Sierra Leoneans, finding a mean of 197 x 10(9)/L. Results suggest African platelet counts are lower than Caucasian reference ranges.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Public Health
- African Health Studies
Background:
- Platelet count variations exist across different ethnic groups.
- Establishing population-specific reference ranges is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the normal range of platelet counts in a healthy Sierra Leonean population.
- To compare these findings with existing data from other African and Caucasian populations.
Main Methods:
- Blood samples were collected from 100 healthy individuals (56 males, 44 females) in Sierra Leone.
- Platelet counts were measured using standard laboratory techniques.
- Statistical analysis was performed to determine the mean, standard deviation, and range.
Main Results:
- The mean platelet count was 197 x 10(9)/L (SD = 25 x 10(9)/L).
- The observed range for platelet counts was 115-335 x 10(9)/L.
- Findings were comparable to previous studies in other African countries.
Conclusions:
- The normal platelet count in Sierra Leoneans is lower than typically reported for Caucasian populations.
- This study contributes to establishing African-specific hematological reference ranges.
Abstract:
The platelet counts of 100 healthy Sierra Leoneans were determined. Fifty six (56) Males and Forty four (44) Females were included in the study. The mean platelet count was 197 x 10(9)/L(SD = 25 x 10(9)/L Range = 115-335 x 10(9)/L The results of this study compare favourably with those obtained from previous studies in other African Countries and confirms that the normal platelet count in the African is lower than in Caucasians.