The increased number of leukocytes can occur abnormally as a result of an infection, cancer, or drug intake; however, leukocytosis can occur normally after eating a large meal or experiencing stress.
White blood cells (leukocytes)
An increase in the number of abnormal leukocytes, known as leukocytosis, can be indicative of an underlying infection, inflammation, or certain diseases such as leukemia. It is important to further investigate the underlying cause through additional tests and evaluations to determine the appropriate treatment.
Lymphocytosis
abnormally high number of immature leukocytes
Left shift or blood shift is an increase in the number of immature leukocytes in the peripheral blood, particularly neutrophil band cells.
leukaeimia
leukemia
Lymphocytes are the "agranulocytes" in larger number in blood.
There are approx. 7,000 leukocytes per cubic millimeter of blood.
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A degenerative left shift in leukocytes count typically indicates an increased number of immature neutrophils (bands) in the bloodstream. This can be a sign of a severe infection or inflammation that is overwhelming the body's normal response to produce mature neutrophils. It suggests a serious condition that requires medical attention.
Mononucleosis