WBC Flashcards
1
Q
WBC
A
White Blood Cell
2
Q
Adult Total
A
4,500-10,000 (mm3)
3
Q
Child total
A
Newborn: 9,000- 30,000
2years: 6,000-17,000
10years: 4,500-13,500
4
Q
Purpose
A
to assess WBCs as a part of a complete blood count (CBC)
to determine the presence of an infection
to check WBC values for diagnosing health problems
