Is WBC 15.9 high, normal or dangerous? What does White blood cell count level 15.9 mean?

Your WBC level of 15.9 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	4.064
5-10 years	4.129
10-15 years	4.195
15-20 years	4.262
20-25 years	4.33
25-30 years	4.399
30-35 years	4.469
35-40 years	4.54
40-45 years	4.612
45-50 years	4.685
50-55 years	4.759
55-60 years	4.835
60-70 years	4.912
70-80 years	4.99
80-90 years	5.069
90-100 years	5.15
>100 years	5.232

*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	4.066
5-10 years	4.133
10-15 years	4.201
15-20 years	4.27
20-25 years	4.34
25-30 years	4.411
30-35 years	4.483
35-40 years	4.556
40-45 years	4.631
45-50 years	4.707
50-55 years	4.784
55-60 years	4.862
60-70 years	4.942
70-80 years	5.023
80-90 years	5.105
90-100 years	5.189
>100 years	5.274

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.