lymphocytes (increased)
Last edited 10/2019
Lymphocytes are said to be raised if their numbers are greater than 3.5 x 10^9/l.
Conditions include:
- viral infections such as EBV, CMV, rubella, whooping cough
- toxoplasmosis
- brucellosis
- chronic lymphatic leukaemia
A suggested management of raised lymphocytes in adults (1):
Reference:
- NHS Camden CCG. Abnormal FBC guidance - for adults (Accessed 30/10/19)