The cost of a childâs passport is also going up to $57, an increase of $20, if ordered domestically. Itâll cost $100 if the childâs application is processed outside Canada.
Often, the first test used to diagnose anemia is a complete blood count (CBC). The CBC measures many parts of your blood. This test checks your hemoglobin and hematocrit (hee-MAT-oh-crit) levels. Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body. Hematocrit is a measure of how much space red blood cells take up in your blood. A low level of hemoglobin or hematocrit is a sign of anemia.
To diagnose anemia, your doctor may ask you about your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, and run the following tests: 1  Complete blood count (CBC). A CBC is used to count the number of blood cells in a sample of your blood. 2  A test to determine the size and shape of your red blood cells.