A White Blood Cell Count of 5000 to 7000/mm³ of Blood

Question

A white blood cell count of 5000 to 7000/mm³ of blood usually indicates an infection.

Accepted Answer

A white blood cell count of 5000 to 7000/mm³ is within the normal range, although it can vary depending on age, sex, and other factors. A high white blood cell count, above the normal range of 4500 to 11000/mm³, can indicate an infection or inflammation, but a count within the normal range does not necessarily indicate an infection.