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What is WBC Count Test?

The WBC count is known to be a blood test that measures your white blood cells (WBCs) count in your bloodstream. It is conducted as a part of the complete blood count (CBC).

The WBCs are also termed as leukocytes. They are responsible for helping our body fight infections. Typically, there are above five major types of the white blood cells:

• Basophils
• Lymphocytes (T cells, B cells, and Natural Killer cells)
• Monocytes
• Eosinophils
• Neutrophils

Why Is the WBC Count Test Performed?

You would have to get this test done to find out the number of WBCs in the body The healthcare provider might advise this test to further help diagnose your underlying conditions such as the following:

• Allergic Reaction
• Infection
• Inflammation
• Blood Cancer (Leukemia And Lymphoma)

The Disorders which are related to the low white blood count are as follows:

• The diseases of your immune system, for example: HIV/AIDS
• Lymphoma, cancer of bone marrow
• Diseases of liver and spleen

How to Prepare for the Test?

You won’t be requiring any special preparations for the white blood count. 

Procedure

When blood is drawn, it is called “venipuncture”

1. At the test center, you would be requested to sit comfortably on the chair or even lie down on the cot.
2. In case of long sleeve clothing, roll up sleeve of one end or remove the arm from the sleeve of the clothing.
3. A healthcare provider, or a technician/nurse, would tie band of the rubber tightly on your upper arm. 
4. Once an appropriate vein is found, a needle is inserted below the skin to take the sample.

A short sharp prick may be felt when needle puncture is made under the skin, to collect the blood sample.

Risks Associated with the Test

Once the blood test is done, it is quite possible that you have slight pain or even bruising at a spot where your needle was inserted, but these symptoms mostly go away very quickly.

In case of children, there is also little risk to the baby or the child with your needle stick test. Your child could feel a little pinch when your site is poked, and the small bruise would form at your injection site. This however should minimize quickly.

Normal Results

A normal blood sample contains 4,500–11,000 white blood cells per microliter (4.5–11.0 × 109/L).

Normal value ranges may differ slightly between laboratories. Certain labs may test different specimens or employ different metrics. Discuss your test results with your provider.

Cost of WBC Count Test in Delhi

The WBC Count Test (as a result of CBC Test) price varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.

There are multiple tests that are done to monitor any specific symptoms so, get your WBC Count Test as a part of Total Blood Count Test done your nearest Ganesh Diagnostic Center.

The average price for White Blood Cells (WBC) Count test is seen to differ from one center to another. The price range is said to be between INR 100 to INR 1800 in Delhi.