Is WBC 12 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 12 mean?

Your WBC level of 12 is a High WBC level.

High WBC levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 4 thou/uL and 11 thou/uL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal WBC range for men is :4 - 11 thou/uL

Ideal values of WBC depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal WBC value
<5 years	4.048
5-10 years	4.097
10-15 years	4.146
15-20 years	4.196
20-25 years	4.246
25-30 years	4.297
30-35 years	4.349
35-40 years	4.401
40-45 years	4.454
45-50 years	4.507
50-55 years	4.561
55-60 years	4.616
60-70 years	4.671
70-80 years	4.727
80-90 years	4.784
90-100 years	4.841
>100 years	4.899

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease WBC levels include:

• Infections, most commonly caused by bacteria and some viruses, less commonly by fungi or parasites
• Bone marrow damage
• Overwhelming infections (e.g., sepsis)
• Inflammation or inflammatory conditions such as vasculitis or inflammatory bowel disease
• Myelodysplastic syndrome

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Normal range of WBC found among women :4-11 thou/uL

Ideal values of WBC depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal WBC value
<5 years	4.049
5-10 years	4.099
10-15 years	4.15
15-20 years	4.201
20-25 years	4.253
25-30 years	4.306
30-35 years	4.359
35-40 years	4.413
40-45 years	4.468
45-50 years	4.523
50-55 years	4.579
55-60 years	4.636
60-70 years	4.693
70-80 years	4.751
80-90 years	4.81
90-100 years	4.869
>100 years	4.929

If you take a WBC blood test and the results are not in the normal range (4-11 thou/uL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the WBC Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a WBC test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your WBC levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your WBC test results are usually available within a few hours.