An unknown patient blood sample has the following results: WBC count = 5 ? 109/L with 70% lymphocytes. What term describes this condition? Name a disease in which this is seen

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The patient has an absolute lymphocytosis. It can be associated with IM, CMV, whooping cough, toxoplasmosis, and reactive lymphocytosis.

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