What should your white blood cell count be UK?
Full blood count
| Test | Criteria | Reference range |
|---|---|---|
| Total White Cell Count | Adult | 3.6 – 11.0 |
| Differential count: | ||
| Neutrophils | Adult | 1.8 – 7.5 |
| Lymphocytes | Adult | 1.0 – 4.0 |
What is the normal reference range for white blood cell count?
The normal number of WBCs in the blood is 4,500 to 11,000 WBCs per microliter (4.5 to 11.0 × 109/L).
What is normal blood count UK?
men – 4.7 to 6.1 million cells per microlitre (cells/mcL) women – 4.2 to 5.4 million cells/mcL.
What is a normal neutrophil count UK?
The number of neutrophils in your blood is measured using a blood test called a full blood count (FBC). Your count is compared to the reference range. The normal range for neutrophils is usually between 2 billion (written as 2x 10^9/L) and 7.5 billion (written as 7.5x 10^9/L) neutrophils per litre of blood.
What is a high white cell count UK?
An elevated number of white blood cells is called leucocytosis. This can result from bacterial infections, inflammation, leukaemia and other blood disorders, trauma, medication, or post-operatively. A WBC count of 11.0–17.0×109/L cells would be considered mild to moderate leucocytosis.
What does high white blood cells mean NHS?
A high white blood cell count may indicate that the immune system is working to destroy an infection. It may also be a sign of physical or emotional stress. People with particular blood cancers may also have high white blood cells counts.
What is mild neutropenia UK?
Neutropenia is a neutrophil count which is reduced below this range. Neutropenia can be divided into mild, moderate and severe, based on the count: Mild = 1.0-1.5 x109/L. Moderate = 0.5-0.9 x109/L. Severe = <0.5 x109/L.
