Transcription of Lab Test Interpretation Table - BC Cancer
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Lab Test Interpretation Table * Normal Range** Interpretation Tips Hematology White Blood Cell Count (WBC) & Differential Leukocytes/WBC 4 10 x 109 /L Neutrophils - Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) = 2 x 109/L - Calculated ANC = WBC x (segs+bands) / 100 - Band neutrophils: < x 109/L Basophils < x 109/L Eosinophils < x 109/L Lymphocytes = 1 4 x 109/L Monocytes = x 109/L WBCs are measured as part of a complete blood count and differential (CBC & diff). They protect the body from infection. Increased Counts - Leukocytosis and neutrophilia can be caused by infection, myeloproliferative disorders, inflammation, and medications. o In Cancer patients, supportive medications such as corticosteroids and colony stimulating factors can cause elevated counts.
Clinical Pharmacy Guide: Chemotherapy Assessment and Review 4th Edition Lab Test Interpretation Table Activated: September 2014 Revision Date: June 22, 2016
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