High white blood cell count

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When to see a doctor

By Mayo Clinic staff

A high white blood cell count is usually found when your doctor has ordered tests to help diagnose a condition you're already experiencing. It's rarely an unexpected finding or simply discovered by chance. Talk to your doctor about what these results mean. A high white blood cell count and results from other tests may already indicate the cause of your illness, or your doctor may suggest other tests to assess your condition.

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Sept. 19, 2008

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