Is WBC 12.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 12.6 mean?

Your WBC level of 12.6 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	4.05
5-10 years	4.101
10-15 years	4.153
15-20 years	4.205
20-25 years	4.258
25-30 years	4.312
30-35 years	4.366
35-40 years	4.421
40-45 years	4.477
45-50 years	4.533
50-55 years	4.59
55-60 years	4.648
60-70 years	4.707
70-80 years	4.766
80-90 years	4.826
90-100 years	4.887
>100 years	4.949

*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	4.052
5-10 years	4.105
10-15 years	4.158
15-20 years	4.212
20-25 years	4.267
25-30 years	4.322
30-35 years	4.378
35-40 years	4.435
40-45 years	4.493
45-50 years	4.551
50-55 years	4.61
55-60 years	4.67
60-70 years	4.731
70-80 years	4.792
80-90 years	4.854
90-100 years	4.917
>100 years	4.981

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.