Leukocytopenia- is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (leukocytes) found in the blood, which places individuals at increased risk of infection.
Leukopenia (Leukocytopenia) 288.50 full 5 digits is a payable code by ICD-9
An abnormally high white blood cell count is known as leukocytosis. The opposite is leukocytopenia.
A low white blood cell count (WBC) can indicate a weakened immune system, which may be caused by conditions like infections, autoimmune disorders, bone marrow disorders, or certain medications. It can make it harder for the body to fight off infections and illnesses. Consulting a healthcare provider is important to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
White blood cells, or leukocytes in the body, help fight infections in the body. The presence of high white blood cell count in the urine indicates a bacterial infection. The test is performed to check the presence of white blood cells is called leukocyte esterase. This test is a part of urinalysis. This test is performed using reagent test strips. Apart from analyzing the WBC count in urine, it is also used to analyze pH, protein, glucose, ketones, blood, nitrite, bilirubin and urobilinogen.