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Healthy, very active 16 y/o sons routine labs showed a wbc of 3.3 with all other values normal. 2 days later wbc was at 3.8. two years ago wbc was 3.9. mother and sister both often run low as well (from 3.5-5). caucasian/european descent. genetic?
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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.
Answered 11/2/2020
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