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My son's wbc has increased what should i do?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: It really depends on a number of factors, including his health, presence of signs of infection,fever,history of TB exposure, for example. Please review the cell differential and blood smear with your PCP.l

Answered 6/9/2016

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