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Read that if wbc counts are in the normal range all is good and it does not matter if % and absolute counts of different cells r off.is this accurate
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Here is the key: Eveb the absolute count need not be "in range" to relax. If neither the absolute neutrophil count or the absolute lymphocyte count is far from reference range and no abnormal cells are present, then just be glad for things being okay.
Answered 2/2/2016
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My daughter's microscopy had a few reactive lymphocytes & a few smudge cells.Rest of her WBC counts were in normal range?What does this mean?Concerned
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