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Absolute Monocytes test
The absolute number of monocytes, white cells that engulf pathogens and support immune cleanup and repair. Included with every panel.
At a glance
In about 5 days
Most results are ready in about 5 days. Some specialty markers can take up to 21 days.
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This marker has no preparation tag, but it can still need preparation. Contact us before your draw if you’re not sure.
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What it measures
Counts monocytes, white blood cells that swallow germs and clear away dead cells, helping your body heal.
Why it matters for women
There’s no women-specific pattern for monocytes. A high count can point to a lingering infection or an ongoing inflammatory or autoimmune condition, where the immune system attacks the body by mistake. Autoimmune conditions are more common in women.
You might check it if…
- you’ve had an infection that’s slow to clear
- a doctor mentioned an autoimmune or inflammatory condition
- a past blood count was flagged as unusual
What your result may mean
High Absolute Monocytes: what it may mean
A high absolute monocyte count (monocytosis) may suggest a long-lasting infection or inflammation or, less frequently, a blood disorder such as chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. It can happen with tuberculosis, inflammatory bowel disease or autoimmune conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, which can be more common in women. The count can also bounce up as the body recovers from an infection or from a low white cell count. Some people may notice lingering fevers or tiredness, and others may feel well.
Low Absolute Monocytes: what it may mean
A low absolute monocyte count (monocytopenia) can go along with steroid use or with bone marrow suppression, as can happen during chemotherapy. A short dip after a steroid dose can be harmless, and it may matter less if the rest of your blood count looks normal. Less frequently, it can be part of a broader marrow condition, such as aplastic anemia, when other blood cells are low too. A low count may cause no symptoms by itself, though some people may get more infections if other white cells are also down.
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These notes provide context and do not diagnose a condition. Not yet available in NY, NJ, RI, HI, ND, SD or WV.