Define leukocytosis.

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Define leukocytosis.

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Leukocytosis is an excessive number of white blood cells in the blood. White blood cells are produced by the bone marrow and rise when the body mounts a defense against infection, inflammation, or other stresses. In adults, counts above roughly 11,000 white blood cells per microliter define leukocytosis. This term contrasts with a decreased white blood cell count (leukopenia), a normal count, or a problem with platelets (platelet deficiency).

Leukocytosis is an excessive number of white blood cells in the blood. White blood cells are produced by the bone marrow and rise when the body mounts a defense against infection, inflammation, or other stresses. In adults, counts above roughly 11,000 white blood cells per microliter define leukocytosis. This term contrasts with a decreased white blood cell count (leukopenia), a normal count, or a problem with platelets (platelet deficiency).

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