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85048 Automated leukocyte count

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: WBC count, leukocyte count, automated WBC

Automated enumeration of white blood cells (leukocytes) by electronic hematology analyzer measuring total number of WBCs per microliter to assess immune status and infection.

Clinical Context

Evaluates infections, leukemia, immune suppression, and medication effects; elevated WBC suggests infection or leukemia, decreased WBC indicates immunosuppression.

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Specialties

Clinical PathologyHematologyInternal Medicine

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