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Hello again. All those being tested for PV. Having high leucocites or white blood cells is not enough to suggest PV. Having a very high red count is the main symptom. There are additional symptoms, but everyone has different symptoms. Some of us ha ve redish skin, resembling a red tan. that was one of my symptoms. Just a note for all to consider. harrishill
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That is correct, PV is all about the red blood cells, although white cells and platelets can also be elevated.
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