Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: White Blood Cell Count (WBC) (Leukocytosis, Leukopenia)
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Understanding White Blood Cell Counts and Their Significance in Diagnostic Medicine
This chapter explores the various factors affecting white blood cell counts, including elevated counts due to allergies, medications, and parasitic infections. It discusses the specific thresholds for different types of white blood cells like neutrophils and lymphocytes, highlighting the importance of flow cytometry in diagnosis. The chapter also covers hyperviscosity syndrome and the implications of blast cells in a complete blood count, emphasizing the need for cautious interpretation and verification through repeat tests.
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