What are the Clinical Implications of Abnormal Reticulocyte Levels?

Abnormal reticulocyte levels can provide critical insights into hematological disorders. Elevated reticulocyte counts might be seen in conditions such as hemolytic anemia, acute blood loss, and during recovery from anemia. Low reticulocyte counts can indicate bone marrow suppression or failure, as seen in conditions like aplastic anemia, chronic kidney disease (due to reduced EPO production), and certain types of nutritional deficiencies.