A person has lab drawn and the white blood cell count is much higher than normal. The healthcare professional understands which facts about this finding? (Select all that apply.)
A)The person has leukocytosis.
B)The person has leukopenia.
C)The person may have an infection.
D)The person may have a myeloproliferative disorder.
E)The person needs a bone marrow biopsy.

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Leukocytosis is a higher than normal white blood cell count and can indicate physiological stress, an infection, or a malignancy such as a myeloproliferative disorder. Leukopenia is a lower than normal white cell count. Depending on the rest of the person's history and physical examination, a bone marrow biopsy may or may not be needed.

A Person Has Lab Drawn and the White Blood Cell