WBC

Get a free nursing lab values cheat sheet at NURSING.com/63labs   What is the Lab Name for White Blood Cell (WBC) Lab Values? White Blood Cell   What is the Lab Abbreviation for White Blood Cell? WBC   What is White Blood Cell in terms of Nursing Labs? White blood cells (WBCs) are created in the bone marrow. Their primary function is to defend the body against infection. There are various types of WBCs which have different shapes and functions. Decreased WBC count is called Leukopenia and increased WBC count is called Leukocytosis.   What is the Normal Range for White Blood Cell? 4,500 – 10,000 cells/mcL   What are the Indications for White Blood Cell? Evaluate for infection   What would cause Increased Levels of White Blood Cell? Infection/inflammation Leukemic Neoplasia Trauma/stress Tissue necrosis Pregnancy Cushing Disease Asthma Allergic reaction   What would cause Decreased Levels of White Blood Cell? Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Anemia Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Chemotherapy/radiation Overwhelming infections (WBCs are all used up)