What Is the Normal Range for WBC, and What Causes Fluctuations? - #15195
I recently had a CBC blood test, and one of the things measured was my white blood cell (WBC) count. My results were slightly outside the WBC normal range, and now I’m wondering—what does that mean? From what I understand, the WBC normal range is usually between 4,000 and 11,000 per microliter of blood, but what happens if it’s slightly higher or lower? Does that always indicate an infection, or can stress and diet also affect WBC levels? I also read that different types of WBCs—like neutrophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes—all have different functions. If one type is high but the total count is normal, does that mean there’s an issue? Are there any natural ways to boost WBC count if it’s too low? I’ve read that Ashwagandha, Giloy, and Amla can help strengthen the immune system—do these actually help maintain WBC levels? If anyone has had fluctuating WBC counts, I’d love to hear what caused it and what steps you took to stabilize it.
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