Parameter
Haemoglobin (Male)
Normal Range (Adult)
13 to 17 g/dL
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Blood Test Normal Values Chart (India)
A quick-reference chart of standard adult normal blood test values, organised the way Indian diagnostic labs typically group them into panels: CBC, LFT, KFT, Lipid Profile, Thyroid Profile, and Blood Sugar. Useful for correlating lab report interpretation with what you learn in Physiology, Biochemistry, and Pathology across MBBS. This chart is intended as an MBBS exam and study reference for interpreting lab reports. It is not a clinical diagnostic tool, and reference ranges can vary slightly between labs and reporting formats.
SME-reviewed. Updated 2026.
Open this reference chart in the GeckoMed app for quick access during case discussions and viva prep.Complete Blood Count (CBC)
| Parameter | Normal Range (Adult) |
|---|---|
| Haemoglobin (Male) | 13 to 17 g/dL |
| Haemoglobin (Female) | 12 to 15 g/dL |
| Total RBC Count | 4.5 to 5.5 million/mm³ |
| Total WBC Count | 4,000 to 11,000/mm³ |
| Platelet Count | 1.5 to 4.5 lakh/mm³ |
| ESR (Male) | 0 to 10 mm/hr |
| ESR (Female) | 0 to 15 mm/hr |
Parameter
Haemoglobin (Female)
Normal Range (Adult)
12 to 15 g/dL
Parameter
Total RBC Count
Normal Range (Adult)
4.5 to 5.5 million/mm³
Parameter
Total WBC Count
Normal Range (Adult)
4,000 to 11,000/mm³
Parameter
Platelet Count
Normal Range (Adult)
1.5 to 4.5 lakh/mm³
Parameter
ESR (Male)
Normal Range (Adult)
0 to 10 mm/hr
Parameter
ESR (Female)
Normal Range (Adult)
0 to 15 mm/hr
Liver Function Test (LFT)
| Parameter | Normal Range (Adult) |
|---|---|
| Total Bilirubin | 0.3 to 1.0 mg/dL |
| SGOT (AST) | Up to 40 U/L |
| SGPT (ALT) | Up to 40 U/L |
| Serum Alkaline Phosphatase | 40 to 130 U/L |
| Total Protein | 6.0 to 8.0 g/dL |
| Serum Albumin | 3.5 to 5.0 g/dL |
Parameter
Total Bilirubin
Normal Range (Adult)
0.3 to 1.0 mg/dL
Parameter
SGOT (AST)
Normal Range (Adult)
Up to 40 U/L
Parameter
SGPT (ALT)
Normal Range (Adult)
Up to 40 U/L
Parameter
Serum Alkaline Phosphatase
Normal Range (Adult)
40 to 130 U/L
Parameter
Total Protein
Normal Range (Adult)
6.0 to 8.0 g/dL
Parameter
Serum Albumin
Normal Range (Adult)
3.5 to 5.0 g/dL
Kidney Function Test (KFT/RFT)
| Parameter | Normal Range (Adult) |
|---|---|
| Blood Urea | 15 to 40 mg/dL |
| Serum Creatinine | 0.6 to 1.2 mg/dL |
| Serum Sodium | 135 to 145 mEq/L |
| Serum Potassium | 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L |
Parameter
Blood Urea
Normal Range (Adult)
15 to 40 mg/dL
Parameter
Serum Creatinine
Normal Range (Adult)
0.6 to 1.2 mg/dL
Parameter
Serum Sodium
Normal Range (Adult)
135 to 145 mEq/L
Parameter
Serum Potassium
Normal Range (Adult)
3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L
Blood Sugar
| Parameter | Normal Range (Adult) |
|---|---|
| Fasting Blood Glucose | 70 to 100 mg/dL |
| Postprandial Blood Glucose | Less than 140 mg/dL |
Parameter
Fasting Blood Glucose
Normal Range (Adult)
70 to 100 mg/dL
Parameter
Postprandial Blood Glucose
Normal Range (Adult)
Less than 140 mg/dL
Reference ranges above are the commonly cited adult values taught in MBBS curricula. Indian lab reports may show marginally different ranges depending on the analyser and method used, so always cross-check against your prescribed textbook for exam purposes and against the reporting lab's own reference range for report interpretation practice.
How to Read an Indian Blood Test Report
- Most Indian lab reports list the patient's result alongside a "reference range" or "biological reference interval" column specific to that lab
- Flags such as H (High) or L (Low) next to a value indicate it falls outside that lab's reference range, not necessarily outside the range you learn for exams
- CBC, LFT, and KFT are usually reported as grouped panels rather than single parameters, which is why this chart is organised the same way
- Units can differ slightly between labs (for example, mg/dL versus mmol/L for glucose), so always check the unit alongside the number
How This Appears in MBBS Exams
- Case-based questions in Pathology and Medicine where a lab report is provided and you are asked to identify the abnormality
- Viva questions asking you to interpret whether a given value is normal, raised, or low
- OSCE-style stations combining a sample lab report with a clinical scenario
- Short answer questions asking you to list the normal range of a specific parameter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as the Normal Lab Values Chart on GeckoMed?
This page organises normal values by common Indian lab report panels (CBC, LFT, KFT, Blood Sugar) for report interpretation practice. The Normal Lab Values Chart covers a broader Haematology and Biochemistry parameter list for general exam reference.
Are these values applicable to clinical practice?
No. This chart is compiled as an MBBS study and exam reference. Reference ranges used in actual clinical practice should always come from the reporting laboratory, since methods and units can vary.
Do Indian labs use the same reference ranges as textbooks?
Broadly yes, but exact ranges can vary slightly by lab, analyser, and method. Always check the reference range printed on the specific report you are reviewing.
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