In Part 1 of this two-part series on thrombocytopenia, Brig (Dr) J Muthukrishnan hosts Col (Dr) Y Uday, an eminent hematologist from AFMC, Pune, to discuss the evaluation and management of thrombocytopenia in outpatient and non-critical settings. This episode covers the common causes, clinical assessment, and initial diagnostic workup for patients presenting with low platelet counts. Dr. Uday offers practical insights into differentiating benign from more concerning causes of thrombocytopenia, helping clinicians develop a systematic approach.