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Can a damaged miniscus and osteoarthritis cause a wbc of 13?

Q: can a damaged miniscus and osteoarthritis cause a wbc of 13?

: There should be no relation between the two. A rising WBC is more indicative of infection and osteoarthritis and meniscus injuries are not associated with infection. Someone obviously ordered this test and there must have been a reason. Speak to the ordering healthcare provider to find out what might be the cause of the elevation.

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Dr. Martin Tamler answered

There should be no relation between the two. A rising WBC is more indicative of infection and osteoarthritis and meniscus injuries are not associated with infection. Someone obviously ordered this test and there must have been a reason. Speak to the ordering healthcare provider to find out what might be the cause of the elevation.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/28/2021

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A member asked:

Can a damaged miniscus and osteoarthritis cause a wbc of 13?

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Dr. Martin Tamler answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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