White Blood Cell Count
Also known as: WBC; Leucocyte count; White count
Related tests: Full blood count
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
If your doctor thinks that you might have an infection or allergy and to monitor treatment
When to Get Tested?
As part of a full blood count (FBC), which may be used for a variety of reasons
Sample Required?
A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm or by a fingerprick or heelprick
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