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Male 38. my wbc is 2.8, but other components are within range. is there any cause for alarm?
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Needs follow-up: The WBC count is low- but it really depends on the context. Why was your WBC count checked? Are your counts always this low? What are the differential absolute counts ( number of neutrophils, lymphocytes, etc)? Though " other components are within range", i doubt the absolute values are normal. Was lab error considered? If you are asymptomatic, then have your blood redrawn.
Answered 6/10/2014
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See below...: Leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells) may be seen in various clinical conditions including infections, congenital deficiencies, chemotherapy and some other medications, radiation, toxins, leukemia, aplastic anemia, autoimmune disease, bone marrow infiltration by cancer, etc. It could also be constitutional. Consulting your doctor or a hematologist is recommended.
Answered 5/1/2014
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