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A member asked:

My anc is 11.6 and my wbc is 15.6 what could this mean?

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Lots of things or no: Someone has ordered this test and really it is their responsibility to explain them to you! It could be nothing at all or could be significant. I don't think anyone here could answer this for you, please do see the person who ordered the test.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hard to say: Best to ask the person who ordered the tests as they know what they are looking for.

Answered 6/30/2014

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