What does high white blood cell count in infants indicate?

High white blood cell count (leukocytosis) means having too many leukocytes circulating in the blood, usually from having an infection. A number of different diseases and conditions may cause a long-term high white blood cell count. read more

However, too many white blood cells doesn't always mean a good thing. A high white blood cell count (also called leukocytosis) isn't a specific disease but could indicate an underlying problem. This is why a high white blood cell count always requires further medical evaluation. read more

All infant CBCs (complete blood count) get a peripheral smear made and a manual differential is performed, this is to correct for NRBCs (nucleated red blood cells) that are counted as white cells, as well as to account for large platelets or platelet clumping which could interfere with the total white count. read more

High WBC count is not a blood disorder in itself. Rather, it suggests that the body is trying to fight out an infection or disease. There are several reasons behind an abnormal rise in WBC. If there is high count along with fever and skin rashes, then it could be triggered by measles. read more