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What does it mean when my wbc count is high and my absolute gran is high?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

How high?: The most common circumstance would be a bacterial infection. Could also be a chronic leukemia, drug effect, or from heavy smoking.

Answered 3/17/2014

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