Is WBC 12.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 12.8 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 3, 2025

Your WBC level of 12.8 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	4.051
5-10 years	4.103
10-15 years	4.156
15-20 years	4.209
20-25 years	4.263
25-30 years	4.318
30-35 years	4.373
35-40 years	4.429
40-45 years	4.486
45-50 years	4.543
50-55 years	4.601
55-60 years	4.66
60-70 years	4.72
70-80 years	4.78
80-90 years	4.841
90-100 years	4.903
>100 years	4.966

*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	4.053
5-10 years	4.106
10-15 years	4.16
15-20 years	4.215
20-25 years	4.271
25-30 years	4.327
30-35 years	4.384
35-40 years	4.442
40-45 years	4.501
45-50 years	4.56
50-55 years	4.62
55-60 years	4.681
60-70 years	4.743
70-80 years	4.806
80-90 years	4.869
90-100 years	4.933
>100 years	4.998

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.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – White Blood Count (WBC)
• Cleveland Clinic – White Blood Cells: Types, Function & Normal Ranges
• MedlinePlus – Blood Count Tests