Is WBC 15 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 15 mean?

Your WBC level of 15 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	4.06
5-10 years	4.121
10-15 years	4.183
15-20 years	4.246
20-25 years	4.31
25-30 years	4.375
30-35 years	4.441
35-40 years	4.508
40-45 years	4.576
45-50 years	4.645
50-55 years	4.715
55-60 years	4.786
60-70 years	4.858
70-80 years	4.931
80-90 years	5.005
90-100 years	5.08
>100 years	5.156

*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	4.062
5-10 years	4.125
10-15 years	4.189
15-20 years	4.254
20-25 years	4.32
25-30 years	4.387
30-35 years	4.455
35-40 years	4.524
40-45 years	4.594
45-50 years	4.665
50-55 years	4.737
55-60 years	4.81
60-70 years	4.884
70-80 years	4.959
80-90 years	5.036
90-100 years	5.114
>100 years	5.193

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.