About White Blood Cell Count
The White Blood Cell (WBC) Count is a measure of the number of white blood cells in a given volume of blood. White blood cells are a critical component of the immune system, helping to fight infections and other diseases.
Reference Values
Optimal Range
4000.0 - 11000.0 cells/microliter
Women's Optimal Range
4000.0 - 11000.0 cells/microliter
Elite Value
Not specified
Health Implications
High
Elevated levels may indicate infections, inflammation, or more serious conditions such as leukemia.
Low
Low levels may be associated with conditions like bone marrow disorders, viral infections, or autoimmune diseases.
Symptoms
{'high': 'Symptoms of a high white blood cell count may include fever, fatigue, night sweats, and unexplained bruising.', 'low': 'Symptoms of a low white blood cell count can include recurring infections, fever, sores that heal slowly, and fatigue.'}
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Scientific Sources
- 1. Bain, B. J., & Bates, I. (2019). Basic haematological techniques. In Dacie and Lewis Practical Haematology (12th ed., pp. 1-24). Elsevier.
- 2. McPherson, R. A., & Pincus, M. R. (2021). Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods (24th ed.). Elsevier.
- American Society of Hematology. (2020). White Blood Cell Count. Retrieved from
- National Cancer Institute. (2021). White Blood Cell Count. Retrieved from
- Mayo Clinic. (2022). Complete Blood Count (CBC). Retrieved from