Calculate the absolute neutrophil count for a child with a WBC = 15,000/mm3, neutrophils = 29%, and nonsegmented neutrophils (bands) = 29%. Record your answer in a whole number
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ANS:
8700
Perform the calculation
Determine the total percentage of neutrophils ("polys," or "segs," and "bands").
Multiply white blood cell (WBC) count by percentage of neutrophils.
WBC = 3000/mm3, neutrophils = 10%, and nonsegmented neutrophils (bands) = 10%
Step 1: 29% + 29% = 58%
Step 2: 0.58 ? 15,000 = 8700/mm3 ANC
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