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Is a high leukocyte count normal during pregnancy?
Question
I am a 33 years old female into my seventh month of pregnancy. My latest CBC indicates that my leukocyte count is close to 13000 and that my lymphocyte count is 17% (differential % leukocyte count). Is my leukocyte count high? Also my Hb count 10.8 g/dl, which I feel is really low. My doctor told me that I have developed some infection. However, I don't see any open manifestation of the same in the form of fever or a wound. Is it worrisome? The doctor gave me antibiotics for five days. What's wrong with me?
Expert Answer
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Dr SK SoodSep 11, 2008
Senior Consultant Haematologist,
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
The total leukocyte count, particularly the neutrophils, are elevated during pregnancy and levels may reach twice the normal values. A count of 13000/microlitre does not appear to be alarming but has to considered along with clinical profile. The lymphocyte count is stated to be 17% and TLC close to 13000; the absolute lymphocyte count therefore, is 2210 and this is within reference range (i.e. Normal value).
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