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Absolute Myelocytes test
The absolute number of myelocytes (immature granulocyte precursors), normally zero in blood. Included with every panel.
At a glance
In about 5 days
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What it measures
Counts myelocytes, young white blood cells that normally stay in your bone marrow, the soft tissue inside your bones where blood cells are made. Usually none are found in the blood.
Why it matters for women
Most of the time none are seen, and that’s true for women and men alike. During pregnancy a few of these young cells can show up in the blood, which can be normal. Otherwise they can appear when your body is fighting a serious infection or is under other heavy strain.
You might check it if…
- you’ve had a fever, chills or felt very unwell lately
- you’re recovering from a serious infection
- a past blood count showed young or unusual white cells
- you’re getting a routine blood count as part of a checkup
What your result may mean
High Absolute Myelocytes: what it may mean
A high or measurable myelocyte count may mean your bone marrow is sending out young white cells before they're ready, as can happen with a severe infection or a marrow disease such as chronic myeloid leukemia. During pregnancy, a few of these cells can show up, and that can be normal. Heavy strain on the body, such as major surgery, burns or serious injury, can also bring them into the blood. A fever or feeling very ill can come with an infection. A clinician may look at your total white count and a blood smear to sort out why.
Low Absolute Myelocytes: what it may mean
A low or zero myelocyte count can be the normal result. Myelocytes are young white cells that can stay in the bone marrow while they grow, so none may appear on a routine blood count. That's true for women and men alike, and a zero here may not call for any follow-up. This line can't speak to your immune health by itself, and your other white cell counts can fill in that picture.
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