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16 y/o son with low wbc (3.3). all other values on cbc and cmp normal. previous labs in 2018 showed wbc at 3.9. mother and sister have history of low wbc but never below 3.5. will repeat test but terrified about the possibility of cancer. thoughts?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc
Dr. Silviu Pasniciucanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
History: Suggests benign familial neutropenia, reported with higher prevalence in specific ethnic groups. His medical history would be as important in determining the cause for his mild leukopenia and his pediatrician may decide to further consult a hematologist in this context.
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