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Cbc neutrophils were slightly elevated at 70.3% (lab reference range 45.0-70.0%). no symptoms of infection, but was stressed out and had smoked a cigarette prior to the test. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Tso Chen answered

Not to worry: Your number just a bit above the reference range. Some of us will have lab values above reference range 1-5% of time.

Answered 6/27/2014

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A member asked:

Cbc neutrophils were slightly elevated at 70.3% (lab reference range 45.0-70.0%). no symptoms of infection, but was stressed out and had smoked a cigarette prior to the test. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tso Chen answered

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