Is WBC 13.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 13.8 mean?

Your WBC level of 13.8 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	4.055
5-10 years	4.111
10-15 years	4.168
15-20 years	4.226
20-25 years	4.284
25-30 years	4.343
30-35 years	4.403
35-40 years	4.464
40-45 years	4.526
45-50 years	4.588
50-55 years	4.651
55-60 years	4.715
60-70 years	4.78
70-80 years	4.846
80-90 years	4.913
90-100 years	4.981
>100 years	5.05

*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	4.057
5-10 years	4.115
10-15 years	4.173
15-20 years	4.232
20-25 years	4.292
25-30 years	4.353
30-35 years	4.415
35-40 years	4.478
40-45 years	4.542
45-50 years	4.607
50-55 years	4.672
55-60 years	4.738
60-70 years	4.805
70-80 years	4.873
80-90 years	4.942
90-100 years	5.012
>100 years	5.083

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.