Is WBC 1 Normal?
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Is WBC 1 Normal?
Normal Results The normal number of WBCs in the blood is 4,500 to 11,000 WBCs per microliter (4.5 to 11.0 × 109/L). Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Some labs use different measurements or may test different specimens. Talk to your provider about your test results.
What is the function of WBC * 1?
They protect you against illness and disease. Think of white blood cells as your immunity cells. In a sense, they are always at war. They flow through your bloodstream to fight viruses, bacteria, and other foreign invaders that threaten your health.
What does a WBC of 1.7 mean?
A low number of WBCs is called leukopenia. A WBC count below 4500 is below normal. One type of white blood cell is the neutrophil. This type of white blood cell is important for fighting infections. An adult with fewer than 1700 neutrophils in a microliter of blood or 1.7 x 10^9/L has a low white blood cell count.
Is 2.1 WBC too low?
A white blood cell count of less than 4,000 cells per microliter of blood is considered low. Sometimes a low white blood cell count is something you are born with (a genetic condition), which may or may not be a cause for concern.
What is considered a low WBC?
In general, for adults a count lower than 4,000 white blood cells per microliter of blood is considered a low white blood cell count.
What causes low white blood cells?
A low white blood cell count usually is caused by: Viral infections that temporarily disrupt the work of bone marrow. Certain disorders present at birth (congenital) that involve diminished bone marrow function. Cancer or other diseases that damage bone marrow.
Is 1.8 a low white blood cell count?
White blood cell count varies from person to person. The normal range is usually between 4,000 and 11,000 white blood cells per microlitre of blood. Anything below 4,000 is typically considered to be a low white blood cell count.